Evansville, IN → Stockton, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Evansville to Stockton

About 2,158 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,560–$11,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 120 carriers on the Evansville side and 394 in Stockton.

2,158 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,560–$11,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Evansville, Indiana
To: Stockton, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,158 miles (1,829 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 394 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Stockton → Evansville

The route from Evansville, IN to Stockton, CA covers roughly 2,158 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 $7,560 to $11,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Evansville side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 394 around Stockton (222 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 Stockton.

Evansville has a population of about 116,176 and Stockton about 324,597. Stockton is the denser city (5,158 people per square mile versus 2,475 in Evansville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Evansville to Stockton

Full-service estimate for 2,158 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,020	$3,690	$4,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,530	$5,530	$6,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,560	$9,220	$11,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,090	$14,750	$17,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,630	$20,280	$24,740

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,970–$4,190

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

Portable container

$2,950–$4,330

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

Full-service mover

$7,560–$11,240

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Evansville (origin)

Atlas Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125550
MC: 130921
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,731 trucks, 2,351 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 638-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Walt'S Drive-A-Way Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 70728
MC: 126717
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (812) 602-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Berry Freightlines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Letica Resources INC

USDOT: 146102
MC: 163079
Based in: Evansville, IN 47710 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (248) 608-2181 Route Verify on FMCSA

Meisler Trailer Rentals LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1417829
MC: 536521
Based in: Evansville, IN 47715 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (812) 425-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Bryan Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 273707
MC: 252370
Based in: Newburgh, IN 47630 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (812) 853-8904 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike'S Macer Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2641533
MC: 920652
Based in: Evansville, IN 47713 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (812) 425-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Evansville Movers LLC

USDOT: 3675581
MC: 1276291
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (616) 426-9689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kinder Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 213081
MC: 160782
Based in: Evansville, IN 47720 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (812) 422-1998 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Evansville

Near Stockton (destination)

Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking INC

USDOT: 2305079
MC: 840320
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (877) 311-6541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 637981
MC: 299293
Based in: Stockton, CA 95206 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT: 629200
MC: 363697
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 858-1124 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sun Freight Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1775667
MC: 647920
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Judge Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Greenway Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1977170
MC: 699164
Based in: Lodi, CA 95240 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (209) 488-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmm Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1752707
MC: 641421
Based in: Stockton, CA 95207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 616-7788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Champion Transportation INC

USDOT: 1606160
MC: 593968
Based in: Stockton, CA 95215 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (800) 317-9217 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diamond Transportation Logistic INC

USDOT: 1253764
MC: 488761
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (209) 462-4620 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 394 movers in Stockton

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Stockton accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evansville to Stockton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,020 to $4,500 for a studio, $4,530 to $6,750 for a one-bedroom, $7,560 to $11,240 for a two-bedroom, $12,090 to $17,990 for a three-bedroom and $16,630 to $24,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stockton from Evansville?

About 2,158 road miles (1,829 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Indiana 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 Evansville to Stockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,970 to $4,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,950 to $4,330. 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 Evansville–Stockton corridor.