Erie, PA → Daly City, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Erie to Daly City

About 2,649 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,640–$12,850, delivery in 7–14 days, 71 carriers on the Erie side and 273 in Daly City.

2,649 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,640–$12,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Erie, Pennsylvania
To: Daly City, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,649 miles (2,245 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 71 (48 interstate)
Movers at destination: 273 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Daly City → Erie

The route from Erie, PA to Daly City, CA covers roughly 2,649 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 $8,640 to $12,850 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 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Erie side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (48 of them authorized for interstate work), and 273 around Daly City (77 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 Daly City.

Erie has a population of about 93,000 and Daly City about 101,261. Daly City is the denser city (13,803 people per square mile versus 4,957 in Erie), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Erie to Daly City

Full-service estimate for 2,649 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,140
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,180	$6,320	$7,710
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,640	$10,530	$12,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,820	$16,850	$20,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,000	$23,170	$28,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,620–$5,110

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

Portable container

$3,380–$4,980

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

Full-service mover

$8,640–$12,850

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Erie (origin)

Care Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4750164
Based in: Erie, PA 16504 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (814) 217-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Durst Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 120899
MC: 109927
Based in: Erie, PA 16508 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 873-8766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eqpt Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447192
MC: 1751948
Based in: Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (814) 840-1608 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandy Run Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3306404
MC: 1049485
Based in: Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (814) 476-0076 Route Verify on FMCSA

B F Fields Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: B F Fields INC

USDOT: 120905
MC: 31881
Based in: Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 454-2481 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua Barone

USDOT: 3138746
MC: 1122199
Based in: Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (814) 450-0422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big A Construction Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2877361
MC: 965774
Based in: Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (929) 500-0009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adina Express Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3254464
MC: 1024875
Based in: Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (814) 881-9472 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Erie

Near Daly City (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1279465
MC: 559129
Based in: Burlingame, CA 94010 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Umbrella Global INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3126263
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (415) 203-0835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Fast Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4413393
MC: 1734057
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (626) 230-8969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delancey Street Moving & Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delancey Street Foundation

USDOT: 289919
MC: 198922
Based in: San Francisco, CA 94124 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (415) 957-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 273 movers in Daly City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Erie to Daly City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,450 to $5,140 for a studio, $5,180 to $7,710 for a one-bedroom, $8,640 to $12,850 for a two-bedroom, $13,820 to $20,560 for a three-bedroom and $19,000 to $28,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daly City from Erie?

About 2,649 road miles (2,245 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Pennsylvania 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 Erie to Daly City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,620 to $5,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,380 to $4,980. 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 Erie–Daly City corridor.