Harrisburg, PA → Redding, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Harrisburg to Redding

About 2,791 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,890–$13,220, delivery in 7–14 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 37 in Redding.

2,791 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,890–$13,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
To: Redding, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,791 miles (2,365 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Redding → Harrisburg

The route from Harrisburg, PA to Redding, CA covers roughly 2,791 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 $8,890 to $13,220 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Harrisburg side there are 251 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (179 of them authorized for interstate work), and 37 around Redding (15 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 Redding.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Redding about 94,000. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 1,574), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Harrisburg to Redding

Full-service estimate for 2,791 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,560	$4,340	$5,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,330	$6,500	$7,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,890	$10,840	$13,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,220	$17,340	$21,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,550	$23,850	$29,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,920–$5,530

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

Portable container

$3,510–$5,160

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

Full-service mover

$8,890–$13,220

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Harrisburg (origin)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 446997
MC: 242988
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (717) 920-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 338861
MC: 1099728
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (717) 561-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3153461
MC: 106240
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (717) 932-7874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1327266
MC: 512911
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 761-1349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1859053
MC: 672664
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 564-1835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bukhara USA Company

USDOT: 4125068
MC: 1578434
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (878) 978-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10676
MC: 1635833
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 774-7835 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836405
MC: 123813
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (717) 657-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

Near Redding (destination)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miller Trucking Corporation

USDOT: 451701
MC: 244112
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (530) 243-6178 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2508854
MC: 957782
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (530) 224-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shasta County Towing LLC

USDOT: 919620
MC: 872193
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (530) 510-6212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hansens Moving INC

USDOT: 1630507
MC: 601414
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 243-2945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3561809
MC: 1365857
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (530) 515-2005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobby Gene Lee

USDOT: 1984331
MC: 702567
Based in: Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (530) 357-2389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4463432
MC: 1799555
Based in: Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 646-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4355289
MC: 1703491
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 366-7493 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Redding

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Harrisburg to Redding?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,560 to $5,290 for a studio, $5,330 to $7,930 for a one-bedroom, $8,890 to $13,220 for a two-bedroom, $14,220 to $21,160 for a three-bedroom and $19,550 to $29,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Redding from Harrisburg?

About 2,791 road miles (2,365 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg to Redding?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,920 to $5,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,510 to $5,160. 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 Harrisburg–Redding corridor.