Denton, TX → Monterey, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Denton to Monterey

About 1,672 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,840–$10,180, delivery in 5–10 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 12 in Monterey.

1,672 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,840–$10,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Denton, Texas
To: Monterey, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,672 miles (1,417 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 12 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Monterey → Denton

The route from Denton, TX to Monterey, CA covers roughly 1,672 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 $6,840 to $10,180 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Denton side there are 409 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 12 around Monterey (4 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 Monterey.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Monterey about 30,000. Monterey is the denser city (3,495 people per square mile versus 1,451 in Denton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Denton to Monterey

Full-service estimate for 1,672 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,740	$3,340	$4,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,840	$8,340	$10,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,940	$13,350	$16,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,050	$18,350	$22,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,840–$10,180

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 Denton (origin)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 306971
MC: 190464
Based in: Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (940) 600-4831 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 880583
MC: 689082
Based in: Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 383-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cwl Services LLC

USDOT: 2295684
MC: 943303
Based in: Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (972) 953-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1827498
MC: 901612
Based in: Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (214) 477-4762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3835904
MC: 1393179
Based in: Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (817) 825-9704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amoun Express LLC

USDOT: 2031387
MC: 723293
Based in: Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (972) 740-5088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2958778
MC: 3428
Based in: Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2514965
MC: 872522
Based in: Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (817) 528-7765 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 409 movers in Denton

Near Monterey (destination)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1077325
MC: 447949
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (831) 384-4139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 21st Century Moving LLC

USDOT: 2983026
MC: 1294330
Based in: Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 869-9367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Valerio Lima

USDOT: 167294
MC: 51424
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 883-0212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3507091
MC: 1159608
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 710-7824 Route Verify on FMCSA

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Marcus Chubbs INC

USDOT: 2710075
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 392-6487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Newell Johnson

USDOT: 3202429
Based in: Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (831) 737-4614 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3375963
MC: 1082909
Based in: Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 236-0336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jesus Ruelas Gamboa

USDOT: 3725511
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (831) 521-8173 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Monterey

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Denton to Monterey?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,740 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,110 for a one-bedroom, $6,840 to $10,180 for a two-bedroom, $10,940 to $16,280 for a three-bedroom and $15,050 to $22,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monterey from Denton?

About 1,672 road miles (1,417 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Texas 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 Denton to Monterey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Denton–Monterey corridor.