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

Movers from Concord to Salinas

About 3,127 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,820–$14,610, delivery in 7–14 days, 52 carriers on the Concord side and 112 in Salinas.

3,127 miroad distance
54 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,820–$14,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Concord, New Hampshire
To: Salinas, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,127 miles (2,650 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 52 (40 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Salinas → Concord

The route from Concord, NH to Salinas, CA covers roughly 3,127 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,820 to $14,610 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 54 hours (7 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 112 around Salinas (42 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 Salinas.

Concord has a population of about 45,000 and Salinas about 159,134. Salinas is the denser city (6,959 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 Salinas

Full-service estimate for 3,127 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,930	$4,790	$5,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,890	$7,190	$8,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,820	$11,980	$14,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,720	$19,170	$23,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,610	$26,350	$32,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,260–$6,020

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

Portable container

$3,810–$5,600

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

Full-service mover

$9,820–$14,610

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 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 Salinas (destination)

Marios Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mario H Flores Ramos

USDOT: 1837323
MC: 696648
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (831) 706-0104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardinale Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 45193
MC: 138022
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 632-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pastor R Torres

USDOT: 1267362
MC: 495423
Based in: Salinas, CA 93906 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 710-7060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scarr Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 44159
MC: 139811
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 424-2784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southbay Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: South Bay Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2967929
MC: 1213784
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 205-1982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poulos Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Poulos Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 2618126
MC: 1016606
Based in: Salinas, CA 93901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 394-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&m Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1207814
MC: 486132
Based in: Castroville, CA 95012 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (831) 633-5903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdz Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3405537
MC: 1766261
Based in: Salinas, CA 93905 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 794-0655 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Salinas

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,930 to $5,850 for a studio, $5,890 to $8,770 for a one-bedroom, $9,820 to $14,610 for a two-bedroom, $15,720 to $23,380 for a three-bedroom and $21,610 to $32,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Salinas from Concord?

About 3,127 road miles (2,650 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 hours (7 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 Salinas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,260 to $6,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,810 to $5,600. 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–Salinas corridor.