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Clearwater, FL → Richmond, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Clearwater to Richmond

About 2,804 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,990–$13,380, delivery in 7–14 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 252 in Richmond.

  • 2,804 miroad distance
  • 49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,990–$13,3802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,804 miles (2,376 straight-line)
Drive time
49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination
252 (86 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Clearwater

Richmond sits about 2,804 miles northwest of Clearwater, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $8,990 to $13,380 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Clearwater side there are 361 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 of them authorized for interstate work), and 252 around Richmond (86 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 Richmond.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Richmond about 114,861. The two cities have comparable density (4,494 and 3,869 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Richmond

Full-service estimate for 2,804 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,600 $4,390 $5,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,390 $6,580 $8,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,990 $10,960 $13,380
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,390 $17,540 $21,400
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,780 $24,120 $29,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,930–$5,550

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

Portable container

$3,520–$5,180

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

Full-service mover

$8,990–$13,380

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Clearwater, FL → Richmond, CA. 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 Clearwater (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT
1397252
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2979890
MC
15958
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1208624
MC
480786
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436639
MC
1114981
Based in
Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
74296
MC
128791
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1616398
MC
597443
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1945381
MC
692474
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896761
MC
274730
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

Near Richmond (destination)

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earl Farnsworth Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1854601
MC
722903
Based in
San Rafael, CA 94901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (415) 459-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Btw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgeport Transportation & Warehousing INC

USDOT
1110324
MC
452601
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 251-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ab Trucking Ops

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oakland Port Services Corporation

USDOT
663960
MC
310575
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (510) 835-0930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steinel Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Kaylee Lynn Stein

USDOT
3416341
Based in
San Francisco, CA 94102 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (415) 890-5873 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT
1200199
MC
478412
Based in
El Cerrito, CA 94530 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Richmond

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clearwater to Richmond?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,600 to $5,350 for a studio, $5,390 to $8,030 for a one-bedroom, $8,990 to $13,380 for a two-bedroom, $14,390 to $21,400 for a three-bedroom and $19,780 to $29,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Clearwater?

About 2,804 road miles (2,376 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 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 Florida into California 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 Clearwater to Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,930 to $5,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,520 to $5,180. 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 Clearwater–Richmond corridor.