San Mateo, CA

Flagstaff, AZ → San Mateo, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Flagstaff to San Mateo

About 728 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,480–$6,670, delivery in 2–5 days, 18 carriers on the Flagstaff side and 332 in San Mateo.

  • 728 miroad distance
  • 13 h 15 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,480–$6,6702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 728 miles (617 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 15 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
18 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination
332 (93 interstate)

Reverse: San Mateo → Flagstaff

San Mateo sits about 728 miles west of Flagstaff, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,480 to $6,670 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 13 h 15 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 332 around San Mateo (93 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 San Mateo.

Flagstaff has a population of about 78,000 and San Mateo about 103,337. San Mateo is the denser city (8,732 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 San Mateo

Full-service estimate for 728 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,790 $2,190 $2,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,690 $3,280 $4,000
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,480 $5,460 $6,670
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,170 $8,740 $10,670
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,860 $12,020 $14,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$4,480–$6,670

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 San Mateo (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1844592
MC
670818
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2551548
MC
889001
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 332 movers in San Mateo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Flagstaff to San Mateo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,670 for a studio, $2,690 to $4,000 for a one-bedroom, $4,480 to $6,670 for a two-bedroom, $7,170 to $10,670 for a three-bedroom and $9,860 to $14,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Mateo from Flagstaff?

About 728 road miles (617 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 15 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 San Mateo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,460. 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–San Mateo corridor.