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San Luis Obispo, CA

Fresno, CA → San Luis Obispo, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Fresno to San Luis Obispo

About 136 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,590–$3,850, delivery in 1–2 days, 439 carriers on the Fresno side and 11 in San Luis Obispo.

  • 136 miroad distance
  • 3 h 3 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,590–$3,8502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 136 miles (116 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 3 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
439 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (4 interstate)

Reverse: San Luis Obispo → Fresno

The route from Fresno, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA covers roughly 136 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 3 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,590 and $3,850, before packing or storage.

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 11 around San Luis Obispo (4 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 Luis Obispo.

Fresno has a population of about 555,549 and San Luis Obispo about 47,000. Fresno is considerably denser (4,706 people per square mile versus 3,494), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Fresno to San Luis Obispo

Full-service estimate for 136 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,550 $1,890 $2,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,590 $3,150 $3,850
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,140 $5,050 $6,160
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,690 $6,940 $8,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,590–$3,850

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

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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 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 Luis Obispo (destination)

Meathead Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
921143
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 544-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1278931
MC
497853
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (805) 544-9222 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Experience

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Moving Experience LLC

USDOT
3028544
MC
38168
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (805) 544-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenfield Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert R Newby

USDOT
858640
MC
439893
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (805) 545-8477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Coast Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1442037
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (805) 489-8845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Enterprises

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3499079
MC
1154268
Based in
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (805) 202-8228 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daylight Home & Patio

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3129342
Based in
Sn Luis Obisp, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 712-8885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal Deals

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Cal Deals Furniture INC

USDOT
4507381
Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 458-8007 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in San Luis Obispo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fresno to San Luis Obispo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,310 for a one-bedroom, $2,590 to $3,850 for a two-bedroom, $4,140 to $6,160 for a three-bedroom and $5,690 to $8,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Luis Obispo from Fresno?

About 136 road miles (116 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 3 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 Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Luis Obispo corridor.