Elk Grove, CA

Flagstaff, AZ → Elk Grove, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Flagstaff to Elk Grove

About 689 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,370–$6,500, delivery in 2–5 days, 18 carriers on the Flagstaff side and 571 in Elk Grove.

  • 689 miroad distance
  • 12 h 35 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,370–$6,5002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 689 miles (584 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 35 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
18 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination
571 (310 interstate)

Reverse: Elk Grove → Flagstaff

The route from Flagstaff, AZ to Elk Grove, CA covers roughly 689 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,370 to $6,500 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 35 min.

On the Flagstaff side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.

Flagstaff has a population of about 78,000 and Elk Grove about 185,007. Elk Grove is the denser city (4,193 people per square mile versus 1,164 in Flagstaff), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Flagstaff to Elk Grove

Full-service estimate for 689 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,750 $2,130 $2,600
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,620 $3,200 $3,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,370 $5,330 $6,500
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,990 $8,530 $10,410
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,620 $11,730 $14,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,420

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,400

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

Full-service mover

$4,370–$6,500

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

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Flagstaff (origin)

Flagstaff Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3315120
MC
1053779
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Gatka Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3227741
MC
1011370
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Dunn Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2275705
MC
775256
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86015 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Haul N Water

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2641024
Based in
Bellemont, AZ 86015 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4460439
MC
1758960
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

High Tech Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
586645
MC
342469
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Jvs Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2633107
MC
916598
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Jp Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3555307
MC
1192122
Based in
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 18 movers in Flagstaff

Near Elk Grove (destination)

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

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate
USDOT
700726
MC
1528623
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,750 to $2,600 for a studio, $2,620 to $3,900 for a one-bedroom, $4,370 to $6,500 for a two-bedroom, $6,990 to $10,410 for a three-bedroom and $9,620 to $14,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elk Grove from Flagstaff?

About 689 road miles (584 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 35 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Arizona 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 Flagstaff to Elk Grove?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,400. 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 Flagstaff–Elk Grove corridor.