Durham, NC → Antioch, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Durham to Antioch

About 2,774 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,740–$13,000, delivery in 7–14 days, 338 carriers on the Durham side and 124 in Antioch.

2,774 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,740–$13,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Durham, North Carolina
To: Antioch, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,774 miles (2,351 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 338 (194 interstate)
Movers at destination: 124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → Durham

Moving from Durham to Antioch is a cross-country move of roughly 2,774 road miles, heading west from North Carolina 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 $8,740 to $13,000 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Durham side there are 338 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (194 of them authorized for interstate work), and 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

Durham has a population of about 305,561 and Antioch about 118,958. Antioch is the denser city (3,948 people per square mile versus 2,513 in Durham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Durham to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 2,774 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,500	$4,260	$5,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,240	$6,400	$7,800
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,740	$10,660	$13,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,980	$17,050	$20,810
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,230	$23,450	$28,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,900–$5,510

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

Portable container

$3,500–$5,140

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

Full-service mover

$8,740–$13,000

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 Durham (origin)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT: 3319990
MC: 1056199
Based in: Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT: 675014
MC: 315111
Based in: Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

Near Antioch (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 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

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2524708
MC: 876779
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 823-2038 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (10 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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tim Movers LLC

USDOT: 4075064
MC: 1549017
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (628) 688-5540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lake Movers LLC

USDOT: 1535480
MC: 571702
Based in: Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 516-0311 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 124 movers in Antioch

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Durham to Antioch?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,500 to $5,200 for a studio, $5,240 to $7,800 for a one-bedroom, $8,740 to $13,000 for a two-bedroom, $13,980 to $20,810 for a three-bedroom and $19,230 to $28,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from Durham?

About 2,774 road miles (2,351 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 North Carolina 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 Durham to Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,900 to $5,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,500 to $5,140. 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 Durham–Antioch corridor.