Frederick, MD → Fremont, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Frederick to Fremont

About 2,818 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,330–$13,890, delivery in 7–14 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 599 in Fremont.

2,818 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,330–$13,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frederick, Maryland
To: Fremont, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,818 miles (2,388 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination: 599 (168 interstate)

Reverse: Fremont → Frederick

Moving from Frederick to Fremont is a cross-country move of roughly 2,818 road miles, heading west from Maryland to California.

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 $9,330 to $13,890 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 of them authorized for interstate work), and 599 around Fremont (168 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 Fremont.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Fremont about 226,442. The two cities have comparable density (3,262 and 2,944 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Maryland, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Fremont

Full-service estimate for 2,818 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,730	$4,550	$5,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,600	$6,830	$8,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,330	$11,380	$13,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,930	$18,210	$22,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,530	$25,040	$30,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,330–$13,890

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779557
MC: 936752
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (443) 836-5232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service Master

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Vintage Cleaning Corp INC

USDOT: 1022130
MC: 664497
Based in: Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 972-9100 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1063127
MC: 915561
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 668-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Holler Contracting

USDOT: 1500152
MC: 1089742
Based in: Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (301) 898-8780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441070
MC: 241863
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (301) 694-3366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1131819
MC: 460859
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (301) 620-1609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8211973
MC: 88161384
Based in: New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 888-4905 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4229009
MC: 1635825
Based in: Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (443) 742-9459 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 300 movers in Frederick

Near Fremont (destination)

Legacy Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2043462
MC: 716505
Based in: San Jose, CA 95122 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (408) 213-6326 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389468
MC: 1089109
Based in: San Jose, CA 95126 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crew Point Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3462710
MC: 96075878
Based in: San Jose, CA 95122 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 44 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (408) 601-0416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251388
MC: 1023623
Based in: Fremont, CA 94538 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eloka Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3455711
MC: 1126373
Based in: San Jose, CA 95125 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (408) 500-8852 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1844592
MC: 670818
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (510) 780-2692 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3488549
MC: 1147342
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 599 movers in Fremont

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fremont accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Fremont?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,730 to $5,550 for a studio, $5,600 to $8,330 for a one-bedroom, $9,330 to $13,890 for a two-bedroom, $14,930 to $22,220 for a three-bedroom and $20,530 to $30,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fremont from Frederick?

About 2,818 road miles (2,388 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Maryland 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 Frederick to Fremont?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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 Frederick–Fremont corridor.