Elk Grove, CA → Concord, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Elk Grove to Concord

About 54 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,590–$2,360, delivery in 1–2 days, 571 carriers on the Elk Grove side and 152 in Concord.

54 miroad distance
1 h 38 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,590–$2,3602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elk Grove, California
To: Concord, California
Road distance: ≈ 54 miles (45 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 38 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 571 (310 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (49 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Elk Grove

Moving from Elk Grove to Concord is a short-haul move of roughly 54 road miles, heading southwest within California.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 38 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,590 and $2,360, before packing or storage.

On the Elk Grove side there are 571 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (310 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Concord (49 interstate). For an in-state 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 Concord.

Elk Grove has a population of about 185,007 and Concord about 123,261. The two cities have comparable density (4,193 and 4,098 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Elk Grove to Concord

Full-service estimate for 54 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$870	$1,060	$1,290
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,000	$1,220	$1,490
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,590	$1,930	$2,360
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,420	$2,950	$3,600
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,570	$4,360	$5,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,590–$2,360

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Elk Grove (origin)

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2147715
MC: 799201
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT: 700726
MC: 1528623
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (510) 338-4218 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1352052
MC: 515740
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kolesnikov Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2884674
MC: 968513
Based in: Carmichael, CA 95608 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 882-3917 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Spot Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3468186
MC: 1134665
Based in: Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 33 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (916) 995-9808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2973
MC: 127007
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95828 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (916) 381-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1454615
MC: 549687
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95815 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (916) 744-2811 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2340489
MC: 799192
Based in: Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (916) 800-1009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

Near Concord (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (5 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 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (4 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

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (2 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 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Concord

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Elk Grove and Concord is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Concord with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Elk Grove to Concord?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $870 to $1,290 for a studio, $1,000 to $1,490 for a one-bedroom, $1,590 to $2,360 for a two-bedroom, $2,420 to $3,600 for a three-bedroom and $3,570 to $5,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Elk Grove?

About 54 road miles (45 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Elk Grove and Concord are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Elk Grove to Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Elk Grove–Concord corridor.