Green Bay, WI → Bakersfield, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Green Bay to Bakersfield

About 2,065 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,500–$11,160, delivery in 5–10 days, 111 carriers on the Green Bay side and 270 in Bakersfield.

2,065 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,500–$11,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Green Bay, Wisconsin
To: Bakersfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,065 miles (1,750 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 111 (52 interstate)
Movers at destination: 270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Green Bay

Bakersfield sits about 2,065 miles west of Green Bay, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,500 to $11,160 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

On the Green Bay side there are 111 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (52 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Green Bay has a population of about 106,675 and Bakersfield about 422,165. The two cities have comparable density (2,360 and 2,693 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Wisconsin, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Green Bay to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 2,065 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,000	$3,660	$4,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,500	$5,490	$6,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,500	$9,140	$11,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,000	$14,630	$17,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,500	$20,120	$24,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,870–$4,050

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

Portable container

$2,860–$4,210

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

Full-service mover

$7,500–$11,160

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Green Bay (origin)

Schneider National Bulk Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 164311
MC: 143594
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54313 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 569 trucks, 604 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 558-6767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schneider National Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 264184
MC: 133655
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54313 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9,866 trucks, 11,335 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (800) 558-6767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paper Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 380482
MC: 227188
Based in: De Pere, WI 54115 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 736 trucks, 825 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (800) 317-3650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 786746
MC: 351350
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54311 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (920) 863-3344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waltco INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 508334
MC: 260297
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54303 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (920) 857-8919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bay City Movers

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4243364
MC: 1643599
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54303 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (920) 268-6779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ki Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 186306
MC: 152395
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54302 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (920) 468-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

M-West-Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2824853
MC: 942663
Based in: Green Bay, WI 54303 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (800) 478-5060 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 111 movers in Green Bay

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Green Bay to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,000 to $4,460 for a studio, $4,500 to $6,690 for a one-bedroom, $7,500 to $11,160 for a two-bedroom, $12,000 to $17,850 for a three-bedroom and $16,500 to $24,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Green Bay?

About 2,065 road miles (1,750 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Wisconsin 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 Green Bay to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,870 to $4,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,860 to $4,210. 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 Green Bay–Bakersfield corridor.