Ithaca, NY → Hayward, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ithaca to Hayward

About 2,839 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,850–$14,660, delivery in 7–14 days, 98 carriers on the Ithaca side and 754 in Hayward.

2,839 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,850–$14,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ithaca, New York
To: Hayward, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,839 miles (2,406 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 754 (242 interstate)

Reverse: Hayward → Ithaca

Moving from Ithaca to Hayward is a cross-country move of roughly 2,839 road miles, heading west from New York to California.

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 $9,850 to $14,660 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Ithaca side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (36 of them authorized for interstate work), and 754 around Hayward (242 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 Hayward.

Ithaca has a population of about 32,000 and Hayward about 157,113. Ithaca is considerably denser (5,958 people per square mile versus 3,558), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Ithaca to Hayward

Full-service estimate for 2,839 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,940	$4,810	$5,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,910	$7,210	$8,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,850	$12,010	$14,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,760	$19,220	$23,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,670	$26,430	$32,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,970–$5,600

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

Portable container

$3,550–$5,230

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

Full-service mover

$9,850–$14,660

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ithaca (origin)

White Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Richard G White

USDOT: 1060470
MC: 709615
Based in: Locke, NY 13092 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (315) 497-2025 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shanyoma LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6628321
MC: 55699011
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (917) 213-8120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tremblay Apiaries LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2073608
Based in: Spencer, NY 14883 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (607) 330-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hired Hands Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Student Agencies INC

USDOT: 967169
MC: 802898
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (607) 524-3150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Fast Track Facilities Management INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3056437
MC: 52682
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (631) 504-1213 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willys Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3379117
MC: 1093114
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (607) 272-2072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics Here And There

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Logistics Here And There LLC

USDOT: 4409262
MC: 1731889
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (551) 323-9827 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nikitin INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4424070
MC: 1739776
Based in: Ithaca, NY 14850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (929) 381-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Ithaca

Near Hayward (destination)

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (7 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251388
MC: 1023623
Based in: Fremont, CA 94538 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1844592
MC: 670818
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (510) 780-2692 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3488549
MC: 1147342
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2551548
MC: 889001
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 751-9113 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 754 movers in Hayward

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ithaca to Hayward?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,940 to $5,860 for a studio, $5,910 to $8,790 for a one-bedroom, $9,850 to $14,660 for a two-bedroom, $15,760 to $23,450 for a three-bedroom and $21,670 to $32,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hayward from Ithaca?

About 2,839 road miles (2,406 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 New York 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 Ithaca to Hayward?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,970 to $5,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,550 to $5,230. 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 Ithaca–Hayward corridor.