Fresno, CA → San Francisco, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Fresno to San Francisco

About 189 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,830–$4,200, delivery in 1–2 days, 439 carriers on the Fresno side and 899 in San Francisco.

189 miroad distance
3 h 58 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,830–$4,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fresno, California
To: San Francisco, California
Road distance: ≈ 189 miles (160 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 58 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 439 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination: 899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Fresno

San Francisco sits about 189 miles northwest of Fresno, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,830 to $4,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 58 min.

On the Fresno side there are 439 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 of them authorized for interstate work), and 899 around San Francisco (270 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 San Francisco.

Fresno has a population of about 555,549 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 4,706 in Fresno), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Fresno to San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 189 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	$1,700	$2,070	$2,520
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,830	$3,450	$4,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,520	$5,510	$6,730
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,220	$7,580	$9,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$340–$490

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,750

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

Full-service mover

$2,830–$4,200

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Fresno (origin)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1506989
MC: 565290
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (559) 264-2036 Route Verify on FMCSA

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1292301
MC: 498282
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (559) 268-1231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1161090
MC: 467257
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (559) 834-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT: 2800745
MC: 1758995
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 439 movers in Fresno

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1166104
MC: 509402
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1279465
MC: 559129
Based in: Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fresno to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,700 to $2,520 for a one-bedroom, $2,830 to $4,200 for a two-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,730 for a three-bedroom and $6,220 to $9,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Fresno?

About 189 road miles (160 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 58 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 Fresno and San Francisco 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 Fresno to San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $340 to $490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,750. 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 Fresno–San Francisco corridor.