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Davenport, IA → Stockton, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Davenport to Stockton

About 1,936 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,140–$10,620, delivery in 5–10 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 394 in Stockton.

  • 1,936 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,140–$10,6202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,936 miles (1,641 straight-line)
Drive time
34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
394 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Stockton → Davenport

Stockton sits about 1,936 miles west of Davenport, which makes this an interstate relocation from Iowa 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 $7,140 to $10,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Davenport side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (78 of them authorized for interstate work), and 394 around Stockton (222 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 Stockton.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Stockton about 324,597. Stockton is the denser city (5,158 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Iowa, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Stockton

Full-service estimate for 1,936 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,860 $3,480 $4,250
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,280 $5,230 $6,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,140 $8,710 $10,620
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,430 $13,930 $17,000
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,710 $19,160 $23,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,740–$3,870

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

Portable container

$2,750–$4,040

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

Full-service mover

$7,140–$10,620

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 Davenport (origin)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3205071
MC
1398328
Based in
Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2525328
MC
716792
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2453637
MC
847181
Based in
Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9539980
MC
94140758
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1731359
MC
634361
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT
873780
MC
693855
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1708832
MC
627000
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3357533
MC
1074590
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

Near Stockton (destination)

Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking INC

USDOT
2305079
MC
840320
Based in
Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (877) 311-6541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
637981
MC
299293
Based in
Stockton, CA 95206 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT
629200
MC
363697
Based in
Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (209) 858-1124 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sun Freight Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1775667
MC
647920
Based in
Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Judge Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Greenway Transportation Services INC

USDOT
1977170
MC
699164
Based in
Lodi, CA 95240 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (209) 488-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmm Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1752707
MC
641421
Based in
Stockton, CA 95207 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (209) 616-7788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Champion Transportation INC

USDOT
1606160
MC
593968
Based in
Stockton, CA 95215 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (800) 317-9217 Route Verify on FMCSA

O

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diamond Transportation Logistic INC

USDOT
1253764
MC
488761
Based in
Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (209) 462-4620 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 394 movers in Stockton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davenport to Stockton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,860 to $4,250 for a studio, $4,280 to $6,370 for a one-bedroom, $7,140 to $10,620 for a two-bedroom, $11,430 to $17,000 for a three-bedroom and $15,710 to $23,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stockton from Davenport?

About 1,936 road miles (1,641 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Iowa 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 Davenport to Stockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,740 to $3,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,750 to $4,040. 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 Davenport–Stockton corridor.