Concord, NH → Carlsbad, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Concord to Carlsbad

About 3,004 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,600–$14,280, delivery in 7–14 days, 52 carriers on the Concord side and 85 in Carlsbad.

3,004 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,600–$14,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Concord, New Hampshire
To: Carlsbad, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,004 miles (2,545 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 52 (40 interstate)
Movers at destination: 85 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Carlsbad → Concord

Carlsbad sits about 3,004 miles west of Concord, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Hampshire 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 $9,600 to $14,280 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Concord side there are 52 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (40 of them authorized for interstate work), and 85 around Carlsbad (27 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 Carlsbad.

Concord has a population of about 45,000 and Carlsbad about 112,260. Carlsbad is the denser city (3,036 people per square mile versus 688 in Concord), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than New Hampshire, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike New Hampshire, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Concord to Carlsbad

Full-service estimate for 3,004 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,760	$7,020	$8,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,600	$11,700	$14,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,350	$18,720	$22,840
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,110	$25,750	$31,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,140–$5,840

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

Portable container

$3,700–$5,440

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

Full-service mover

$9,600–$14,280

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Concord (origin)

Gaftek INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814881
MC: 101453
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (888) 485-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Towing & Recovery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Accurate Transportation LLC

USDOT: 3164566
MC: 113598
Based in: Hopkinton, NH 03229 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 715-6325 Route Verify on FMCSA

Home Folk Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 972666
MC: 411999
Based in: Tilton, NH 03276 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (207) 651-7901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4501946
MC: 1781103
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (603) 228-5665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eze Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4275647
MC: 1661198
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (857) 209-8184 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Clapp Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1921436
MC: 868301
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (603) 856-1390 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teq Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3743552
MC: 1326122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (603) 450-0550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ag And Ft Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333211
MC: 1697122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 717-5012 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 52 movers in Concord

Near Carlsbad (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cronus Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1840993
MC: 701726
Based in: Oceanside, CA 92057 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (760) 618-0707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&r Moving & Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2925375
MC: 987038
Based in: Carlsbad, CA 92011 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (619) 807-0772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servpro Of North Vista San Marcos

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Araya Construction INC

USDOT: 2129355
Based in: San Marcos, CA 92069 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 758-3454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 85 movers in Carlsbad

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Concord to Carlsbad?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,840 to $5,710 for a studio, $5,760 to $8,570 for a one-bedroom, $9,600 to $14,280 for a two-bedroom, $15,350 to $22,840 for a three-bedroom and $21,110 to $31,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carlsbad from Concord?

About 3,004 road miles (2,545 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 New Hampshire 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 Concord to Carlsbad?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,140 to $5,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,700 to $5,440. 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 Concord–Carlsbad corridor.