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Davenport, IA → Walnut Creek, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Davenport to Walnut Creek

About 1,982 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,220–$10,740, delivery in 5–10 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 268 in Walnut Creek.

  • 1,982 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,220–$10,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,982 miles (1,680 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
268 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Walnut Creek → Davenport

The route from Davenport, IA to Walnut Creek, CA covers roughly 1,982 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 $7,220 to $10,740 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 268 around Walnut Creek (106 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 Walnut Creek.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Walnut Creek about 70,000. Walnut Creek is the denser city (3,549 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 Walnut Creek

Full-service estimate for 1,982 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,890 $3,520 $4,300
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,330 $5,280 $6,450
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,220 $8,800 $10,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,550 $14,090 $17,190
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,880 $19,370 $23,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,930

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,100

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

Full-service mover

$7,220–$10,740

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 Walnut Creek (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3029484
MC
1495511
Based in
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3411346
MC
1101728
Based in
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3460243
MC
1129236
Based in
Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sukhjit Sandhu Trucking INC

USDOT
1363134
MC
522107
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (510) 750-3598 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1509528
MC
565881
Based in
Concord, CA 94521 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1659739
MC
610530
Based in
Concord, CA 94520 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 268 movers in Walnut Creek

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davenport to Walnut Creek?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,300 for a studio, $4,330 to $6,450 for a one-bedroom, $7,220 to $10,740 for a two-bedroom, $11,550 to $17,190 for a three-bedroom and $15,880 to $23,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Walnut Creek from Davenport?

About 1,982 road miles (1,680 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 Walnut Creek?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,100. 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–Walnut Creek corridor.