Garland, TX → Stockton, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Garland to Stockton

About 1,685 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,860–$10,210, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,745 carriers on the Garland side and 394 in Stockton.

1,685 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,860–$10,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Garland, Texas
To: Stockton, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,685 miles (1,428 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,745 (758 interstate)
Movers at destination: 394 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Stockton → Garland

The route from Garland, TX to Stockton, CA covers roughly 1,685 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,860 to $10,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Garland side there are 1,745 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (758 of them authorized for interstate work), and 394 around Stockton (222 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 Stockton.

Garland has a population of about 249,625 and Stockton about 324,597. The two cities have comparable density (4,309 and 5,158 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Garland to Stockton

Full-service estimate for 1,685 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,750	$3,350	$4,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,120	$5,020	$6,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,860	$8,370	$10,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,980	$13,390	$16,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,100	$18,410	$22,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,330–$3,290

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

Portable container

$2,520–$3,710

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

Full-service mover

$6,860–$10,210

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Garland (origin)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reid Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4128045
Based in: Rockwall, TX 75087 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (972) 838-5746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,745 movers in Garland

Near Stockton (destination)

Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking INC

USDOT: 2305079
MC: 840320
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (877) 311-6541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 637981
MC: 299293
Based in: Stockton, CA 95206 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT: 629200
MC: 363697
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 858-1124 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sun Freight Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1775667
MC: 647920
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Judge Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Greenway Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1977170
MC: 699164
Based in: Lodi, CA 95240 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (209) 488-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmm Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1752707
MC: 641421
Based in: Stockton, CA 95207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 616-7788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Champion Transportation INC

USDOT: 1606160
MC: 593968
Based in: Stockton, CA 95215 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (800) 317-9217 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diamond Transportation Logistic INC

USDOT: 1253764
MC: 488761
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (209) 462-4620 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 394 movers in Stockton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Garland to Stockton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,750 to $4,080 for a studio, $4,120 to $6,130 for a one-bedroom, $6,860 to $10,210 for a two-bedroom, $10,980 to $16,340 for a three-bedroom and $15,100 to $22,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stockton from Garland?

About 1,685 road miles (1,428 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Garland to Stockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,330 to $3,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,520 to $3,710. 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 Garland–Stockton corridor.