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Kingman, AZ → South Lake Tahoe, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Kingman to South Lake Tahoe

About 492 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,810–$5,660, delivery in 1–3 days, 15 carriers on the Kingman side and 11 in South Lake Tahoe.

  • 492 miroad distance
  • 9 h 11 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,810–$5,6602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 492 miles (417 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 11 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
15 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (7 interstate)

Reverse: South Lake Tahoe → Kingman

The route from Kingman, AZ to South Lake Tahoe, CA covers roughly 492 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $3,810 to $5,660 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 11 min.

On the Kingman side there are 15 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around South Lake Tahoe (7 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 South Lake Tahoe.

Kingman has a population of about 35,000 and South Lake Tahoe about 21,000. South Lake Tahoe is the denser city (2,119 people per square mile versus 871 in Kingman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Kingman to South Lake Tahoe

Full-service estimate for 492 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,520 $1,860 $2,270
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,280 $2,790 $3,400
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,810 $4,640 $5,660
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,090 $7,430 $9,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,370 $10,210 $12,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,140

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

Portable container

$1,460–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$3,810–$5,660

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 Kingman (origin)

Sin City Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sin City Logistics LLC

USDOT
2873747
MC
963967
Based in
Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (725) 666-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gm Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Juan Guerra

USDOT
1908707
MC
684688
Based in
Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (928) 279-2975 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albatross

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Albatross LLC

USDOT
3314156
MC
1053287
Based in
Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (928) 293-0302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rv Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Richard Kibler

USDOT
2462187
Based in
Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (928) 303-4501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evan Rocks Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3123336
MC
89199
Based in
Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (530) 414-0369 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Last Time LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3417923
MC
1104036
Based in
Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (928) 897-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cmv Harmony Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cezar Cobrescu

USDOT
2545912
MC
886275
Based in
Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (928) 293-0095 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2861605
MC
959532
Based in
Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (406) 499-9052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Kingman

Near South Lake Tahoe (destination)

Mv Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvt Express

USDOT
2507468
MC
869399
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (530) 318-5981 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lfod Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3940458
MC
1463269
Based in
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 799-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Witte

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9020658
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (540) 292-4356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rouse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412017
MC
1733322
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (775) 364-4513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilson Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Wilson Trucking Operations INC

USDOT
1835654
MC
665466
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (775) 265-2230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carson Valley Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Barry Elwood Jones

USDOT
384361
MC
228843
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (775) 782-7070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manuel Jimenez Jr DBA South Lake Tahoe Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2678760
MC
115986
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 523-3352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Way Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ricky Richardson

USDOT
3122663
MC
105518
Based in
Somerset, CA 95684 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (530) 622-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in South Lake Tahoe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kingman to South Lake Tahoe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,520 to $2,270 for a studio, $2,280 to $3,400 for a one-bedroom, $3,810 to $5,660 for a two-bedroom, $6,090 to $9,060 for a three-bedroom and $8,370 to $12,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Lake Tahoe from Kingman?

About 492 road miles (417 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 11 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arizona 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 Kingman to South Lake Tahoe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,150. 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 Kingman–South Lake Tahoe corridor.