Elk Grove, CA → Fontana, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Elk Grove to Fontana

About 435 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,930–$5,850, delivery in 1–3 days, 571 carriers on the Elk Grove side and 1,173 in Fontana.

435 miroad distance
8 h 12 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,930–$5,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elk Grove, California
To: Fontana, California
Road distance: ≈ 435 miles (369 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 12 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 571 (310 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,173 (642 interstate)

Reverse: Fontana → Elk Grove

Fontana sits about 435 miles southeast of Elk Grove, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $3,930 to $5,850 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 12 min.

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 1,173 around Fontana (642 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 Fontana.

Elk Grove has a population of about 185,007 and Fontana about 221,223. The two cities have comparable density (4,193 and 4,835 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Elk Grove to Fontana

Full-service estimate for 435 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,570	$1,920	$2,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,930	$4,800	$5,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,300	$7,680	$9,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,660	$10,560	$12,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$600–$840

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$3,930–$5,850

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 Fontana (destination)

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3799553
MC: 1379375
Based in: Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT: 1470669
MC: 555361
Based in: Chino, CA 91710 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,173 movers in Fontana

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,360 to $3,510 for a one-bedroom, $3,930 to $5,850 for a two-bedroom, $6,300 to $9,370 for a three-bedroom and $8,660 to $12,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fontana from Elk Grove?

About 435 road miles (369 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

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

No. Because both Elk Grove and Fontana 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 Fontana?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $600 to $840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,070. 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–Fontana corridor.