Chico, CA → Cheyenne, WY · Long-distance move

Movers from Chico to Cheyenne

About 1,061 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,320–$7,920, delivery in 3–7 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 31 in Cheyenne.

1,061 miroad distance
19 hdriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,320–$7,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chico, California
To: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 1,061 miles (899 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Cheyenne → Chico

Moving from Chico to Cheyenne is a long-distance move of roughly 1,061 road miles, heading east from California to Wyoming.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $5,320 to $7,920 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h.

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 31 around Cheyenne (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 Cheyenne.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Cheyenne about 66,000. Chico is considerably denser (2,976 people per square mile versus 1,792), 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 Wyoming than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Chico to Cheyenne

Full-service estimate for 1,061 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,190	$3,890	$4,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,320	$6,490	$7,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,520	$10,390	$12,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,710	$14,280	$17,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,170

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,890

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

Full-service mover

$5,320–$7,920

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 Cheyenne (destination)

Johnson Storage&moving INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Storage & Moving Company

USDOT: 286130
MC: 231175
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (303) 785-4349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22889
MC: 96339
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 632-9226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miles And Son Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: M & S Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2854931
MC: 955751
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 556-9366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Cheyenne

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jr Moves LLC

USDOT: 3056856
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 757-3642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aavon Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 100277
MC: 126846
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 634-4439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle S Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996396
MC: 764024
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (307) 631-2771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cast Cares Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2999211
MC: 1653870
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (970) 580-7868 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eye See You Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3619333
MC: 1235701
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (808) 649-8526 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Cheyenne

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chico to Cheyenne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,130 to $3,170 for a studio, $3,190 to $4,750 for a one-bedroom, $5,320 to $7,920 for a two-bedroom, $8,520 to $12,670 for a three-bedroom and $11,710 to $17,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cheyenne from Chico?

About 1,061 road miles (899 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Wyoming 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 Cheyenne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,890. 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–Cheyenne corridor.