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Chico, CA → Carson City, NV · Short-haul move

Movers from Chico to Carson City

About 139 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,390–$3,560, delivery in 1–2 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 32 in Carson City.

  • 139 miroad distance
  • 3 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,390–$3,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 139 miles (118 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
32 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Carson City → Chico

The route from Chico, CA to Carson City, NV covers roughly 139 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,390 and $3,560, before packing or storage.

On the Chico side there are 47 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 32 around Carson City (23 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Carson City.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Carson City about 59,000. Chico is considerably denser (2,976 people per square mile versus 406), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Nevada than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Chico to Carson City

Full-service estimate for 139 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,720 $2,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,440 $1,750 $2,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,390 $2,920 $3,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,830 $4,670 $5,690
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,260 $6,420 $7,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,390–$3,560

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Chico (origin)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT
2616732
MC
1018786
Based in
Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3421940
MC
1416634
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT
1632139
MC
601878
Based in
Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT
2672752
MC
1291331
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2460069
MC
849884
Based in
Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT
3369808
MC
1080234
Based in
Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT
1216126
MC
507371
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4350535
MC
1700995
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

Near Carson City (destination)

Gentle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Relocations INC

USDOT
4164289
MC
1600731
Based in
Carson City, NV 89705 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (559) 547-5704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Contractors & Empire Waste Systems

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Empire Contractors INC

USDOT
1707107
Based in
Incline Village, NV 89451 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (775) 831-2246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty'S Appliance

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3099902
Based in
Minden, NV 89423 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (775) 782-5099 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&t Consulting Agency LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4512928
MC
1786930
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (909) 720-9588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minutemen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3802718
MC
1369347
Based in
Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 541-8305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vogts Logistics And Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3948186
MC
1468493
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 297-9473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Out Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4176145
MC
1607125
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (775) 315-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Car Sales & Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4563432
MC
1814154
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (321) 303-5705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Carson City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chico to Carson City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,440 to $2,140 for a one-bedroom, $2,390 to $3,560 for a two-bedroom, $3,830 to $5,690 for a three-bedroom and $5,260 to $7,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carson City from Chico?

About 139 road miles (118 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California into Nevada makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Chico to Carson City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Chico–Carson City corridor.