Eureka, CA → Redding, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Eureka to Redding

About 112 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,480–$3,690, delivery in 1–2 days, 11 carriers on the Eureka side and 37 in Redding.

112 miroad distance
2 h 38 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,480–$3,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Eureka, California
To: Redding, California
Road distance: ≈ 112 miles (95 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 38 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 11 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Redding → Eureka

Moving from Eureka to Redding is a short-haul move of roughly 112 road miles, heading east 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 2 h 38 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,480 and $3,690, before packing or storage.

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 37 around Redding (15 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 Redding.

Eureka has a population of about 26,000 and Redding about 94,000. Eureka is considerably denser (2,771 people per square mile versus 1,574), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Eureka to Redding

Full-service estimate for 112 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	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,480	$3,020	$3,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,970	$4,840	$5,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,450	$6,650	$8,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$2,480–$3,690

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 Redding (destination)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miller Trucking Corporation

USDOT: 451701
MC: 244112
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (530) 243-6178 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2508854
MC: 957782
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (530) 224-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shasta County Towing LLC

USDOT: 919620
MC: 872193
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (530) 510-6212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hansens Moving INC

USDOT: 1630507
MC: 601414
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 243-2945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3561809
MC: 1365857
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (530) 515-2005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobby Gene Lee

USDOT: 1984331
MC: 702567
Based in: Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (530) 357-2389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4463432
MC: 1799555
Based in: Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 646-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4355289
MC: 1703491
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 366-7493 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Redding

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Eureka to Redding?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,480 to $3,690 for a two-bedroom, $3,970 to $5,900 for a three-bedroom and $5,450 to $8,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Redding from Eureka?

About 112 road miles (95 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Redding 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 Redding?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,650. 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–Redding corridor.