Eureka, CA → Antioch, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Eureka to Antioch

About 274 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,210–$4,770, delivery in 1–3 days, 11 carriers on the Eureka side and 124 in Antioch.

274 miroad distance
5 h 25 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,210–$4,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Eureka, California
To: Antioch, California
Road distance: ≈ 274 miles (232 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 25 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 11 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → Eureka

The route from Eureka, CA to Antioch, CA covers roughly 274 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $3,210 to $4,770 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 5 h 25 min.

On the Eureka side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 of them authorized for interstate work), and 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

Eureka has a population of about 26,000 and Antioch about 118,958. Antioch is the denser city (3,948 people per square mile versus 2,771 in Eureka), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Eureka to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 274 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,350	$2,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,210	$3,910	$4,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,130	$6,260	$7,640
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,060	$8,610	$10,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$610

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,860

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

Full-service mover

$3,210–$4,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Eureka (origin)

Dirty Birds Tcd LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4441571
MC: 1749946
Based in: Eureka, CA 95503 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 362-0051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller Farms

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Miller Farms Nursery INC

USDOT: 2662318
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 839-1571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clinton M Price

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3045242
Based in: Eureka, CA 95501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (707) 601-4907 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maruskas Excavation & Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Gyle J Maruska

USDOT: 2878623
Based in: Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (707) 845-2801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Emeralds

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ecd INC

USDOT: 3275685
Based in: Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Freight

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Connie Martinez

USDOT: 2957164
MC: 2568
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (707) 223-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunside Transportation

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tou Vang

USDOT: 3012570
MC: 63736
Based in: McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (651) 368-6717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Support System

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Salmon Summit Support System

USDOT: 4213071
Based in: Hoopa, CA 95546 (35 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 720-3731 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Eureka

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 Eureka to Antioch?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,860 for a one-bedroom, $3,210 to $4,770 for a two-bedroom, $5,130 to $7,640 for a three-bedroom and $7,060 to $10,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from Eureka?

About 274 road miles (232 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 25 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 Eureka and Antioch 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 Eureka to Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,860. 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 Eureka–Antioch corridor.