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Chico, CA → Visalia, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Chico to Visalia

About 322 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,430–$5,100, delivery in 1–3 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 150 in Visalia.

  • 322 miroad distance
  • 6 h 15 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,430–$5,1002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 322 miles (273 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 15 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
150 (54 interstate)

Reverse: Visalia → Chico

The route from Chico, CA to Visalia, CA covers roughly 322 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,430 to $5,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 15 min.

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 150 around Visalia (54 interstate). For an in-state 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 Visalia.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Visalia about 146,541. The two cities have comparable density (2,976 and 3,730 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Chico to Visalia

Full-service estimate for 322 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,480 $6,680 $8,150
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,540 $9,190 $11,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$480–$680

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

Portable container

$1,310–$1,920

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

Full-service mover

$3,430–$5,100

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 Visalia (destination)

Hank Van Heeringen

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry Van Heeringen

USDOT
1362147
Based in
Visalia, CA 93291 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (559) 733-1868 Route Verify on FMCSA

C Duran Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
830269
MC
376158
Based in
Tulare, CA 93274 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (559) 967-3432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bhullar Freightlines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3252571
MC
1023919
Based in
Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (415) 653-9009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agostini Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2423168
MC
834759
Based in
Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Route Verify on FMCSA

Emperor Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251233
MC
1099802
Based in
Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (559) 747-9675 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Legacy Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2931177
MC
989780
Based in
Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (323) 494-6956 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sanchez Elite Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3685395
Based in
Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (559) 280-1640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsburg Logistic Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3357206
MC
1077764
Based in
Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (805) 305-2090 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 150 movers in Visalia

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,060 to $3,060 for a one-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,100 for a two-bedroom, $5,480 to $8,150 for a three-bedroom and $7,540 to $11,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Visalia from Chico?

About 322 road miles (273 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Chico and Visalia are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,920. 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–Visalia corridor.