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Macon, GA

Chico, CA → Macon, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Chico to Macon

About 2,549 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,380–$12,470, delivery in 7–14 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 330 in Macon.

  • 2,549 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,380–$12,4702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,549 miles (2,160 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
330 (138 interstate)

Reverse: Macon → Chico

Moving from Chico to Macon is a cross-country move of roughly 2,549 road miles, heading east from California to Georgia.

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 $8,380 to $12,470 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 driving days).

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 330 around Macon (138 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 Macon.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Macon about 157,556. Chico is considerably denser (2,976 people per square mile versus 631), 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 Georgia than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Chico to Macon

Full-service estimate for 2,549 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,990
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,030 $6,130 $7,480
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,380 $10,220 $12,470
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,410 $16,360 $19,960
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,440 $22,490 $27,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,520–$4,970

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,850

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

Full-service mover

$8,380–$12,470

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Chico, CA → Macon, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Macon (destination)

Diversified Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
584480
MC
283647
Based in
Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (478) 923-0103 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCloud9 Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3099436
MC
76626
Based in
Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (855) 262-2568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ciceros' Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
980198
MC
417787
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (478) 788-1328 Route Verify on FMCSA

K G Jr Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2895306
MC
972874
Based in
Macon, GA 31216 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (478) 550-4828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Guys

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Good Guys Moving & Delivery LLC

USDOT
1906318
MC
684188
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (478) 808-4566 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&j Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1268219
MC
554939
Based in
Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (478) 808-7772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huss LLC

USDOT
3797061
MC
1365180
Based in
Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (478) 845-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike & Kijuan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3929166
MC
1455725
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (470) 257-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Macon

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,990 for a studio, $5,030 to $7,480 for a one-bedroom, $8,380 to $12,470 for a two-bedroom, $13,410 to $19,960 for a three-bedroom and $18,440 to $27,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Macon from Chico?

About 2,549 road miles (2,160 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Georgia 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 Macon?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,520 to $4,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,850. 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–Macon corridor.