Jonesboro, AR → Vallejo, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Jonesboro to Vallejo

About 2,056 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,250–$10,780, delivery in 5–10 days, 42 carriers on the Jonesboro side and 147 in Vallejo.

2,056 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,250–$10,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jonesboro, Arkansas
To: Vallejo, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,056 miles (1,742 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Vallejo → Jonesboro

Moving from Jonesboro to Vallejo is a cross-country move of roughly 2,056 road miles, heading west from Arkansas 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 $7,250 to $10,780 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 Jonesboro side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 147 around Vallejo (47 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 Vallejo.

Jonesboro has a population of about 81,000 and Vallejo about 123,287. Vallejo is the denser city (4,148 people per square mile versus 980 in Jonesboro), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jonesboro to Vallejo

Full-service estimate for 2,056 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,900	$3,530	$4,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,350	$5,300	$6,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,250	$8,840	$10,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,590	$14,140	$17,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,940	$19,440	$23,720

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,860–$4,040

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

Portable container

$2,850–$4,200

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

Full-service mover

$7,250–$10,780

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 Jonesboro (origin)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 906107
MC: 392769
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (870) 275-7120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687249
MC: 319261
Based in: Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (870) 336-9042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2912340
MC: 1170005
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 203-6255 Route Verify on FMCSA

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1376503
MC: 525505
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (870) 933-6236 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2919912
MC: 984411
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 761-9550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694025
MC: 622049
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (870) 277-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Cooper Farms INC

USDOT: 4243814
MC: 1643841
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (870) 897-1989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2011807
MC: 745116
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (870) 680-3023 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

Near Vallejo (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT: 1200199
MC: 478412
Based in: El Cerrito, CA 94530 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocd Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ocd Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2597230
MC: 911812
Based in: San Pablo, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (510) 375-3844 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Bay Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576093
MC: 1206285
Based in: Pinole, CA 94564 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (510) 839-2516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Vallejo

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Vallejo accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jonesboro to Vallejo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,900 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,350 to $6,470 for a one-bedroom, $7,250 to $10,780 for a two-bedroom, $11,590 to $17,250 for a three-bedroom and $15,940 to $23,720 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vallejo from Jonesboro?

About 2,056 road miles (1,742 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 Arkansas 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 Jonesboro to Vallejo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,860 to $4,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,850 to $4,200. 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 Jonesboro–Vallejo corridor.