Deltona, FL → Chico, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Deltona to Chico

About 2,846 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,070–$13,490, delivery in 7–14 days, 252 carriers on the Deltona side and 47 in Chico.

2,846 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,070–$13,4902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Deltona, Florida
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,846 miles (2,412 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 252 (84 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Deltona

Moving from Deltona to Chico is a cross-country move of roughly 2,846 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to California.

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 $9,070 to $13,490 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 Deltona side there are 252 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (84 of them authorized for interstate work), and 47 around Chico (22 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 Chico.

Deltona has a population of about 100,267 and Chico about 105,081. The two cities have comparable density (2,512 and 2,976 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 Deltona to Chico

Full-service estimate for 2,846 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,630	$4,420	$5,400
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,440	$6,630	$8,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,070	$11,060	$13,490
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,510	$17,690	$21,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,950	$24,320	$29,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,970–$5,610

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

Portable container

$3,560–$5,240

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

Full-service mover

$9,070–$13,490

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 Deltona (origin)

Velez Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3895478
MC: 1433482
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (407) 720-7957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Project Management & Installation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2960015
MC: 1728284
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (407) 732-4669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mrm Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2462368
MC: 850881
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (302) 465-2167 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exclusive Courier Service

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3946807
MC: 1467532
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (415) 250-4015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adkins Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476972
MC: 1139873
Based in: Lake Helen, FL 32744 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (407) 562-7409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1620017
MC: 598451
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (407) 388-4601 Route Verify on FMCSA

Navado'S Sun Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Navado'S Sun Valley LLC

USDOT: 1854262
MC: 860056
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (321) 746-4666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roseway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3506179
MC: 1159002
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (239) 595-2040 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Deltona

Near Chico (destination)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT: 2616732
MC: 1018786
Based in: Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3421940
MC: 1416634
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT: 1632139
MC: 601878
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT: 2672752
MC: 1291331
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2460069
MC: 849884
Based in: Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT: 3369808
MC: 1080234
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT: 1216126
MC: 507371
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4350535
MC: 1700995
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Deltona to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,630 to $5,400 for a studio, $5,440 to $8,090 for a one-bedroom, $9,070 to $13,490 for a two-bedroom, $14,510 to $21,580 for a three-bedroom and $19,950 to $29,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Deltona?

About 2,846 road miles (2,412 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 Deltona to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,970 to $5,610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,560 to $5,240. 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 Deltona–Chico corridor.