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Daly City, CA

Knoxville, TN → Daly City, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Knoxville to Daly City

About 2,500 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,190–$12,180, delivery in 7–14 days, 229 carriers on the Knoxville side and 273 in Daly City.

  • 2,500 miroad distance
  • 43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,190–$12,1802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,500 miles (2,119 straight-line)
Drive time
43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
229 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination
273 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Daly City → Knoxville

Moving from Knoxville to Daly City is a cross-country move of roughly 2,500 road miles, heading west from Tennessee 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 $8,190 to $12,180 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 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Knoxville side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (129 of them authorized for interstate work), and 273 around Daly City (77 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 Daly City.

Knoxville has a population of about 202,021 and Daly City about 101,261. Daly City is the denser city (13,803 people per square mile versus 1,933 in Knoxville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Knoxville to Daly City

Full-service estimate for 2,500 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,270 $3,990 $4,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,910 $5,990 $7,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,190 $9,980 $12,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,100 $15,970 $19,490
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,010 $21,960 $26,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,470–$4,900

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

Portable container

$3,250–$4,780

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

Full-service mover

$8,190–$12,180

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 Knoxville (origin)

Tld Logistics Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1820774
MC
658802
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37932 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
495 trucks, 415 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (865) 539-1285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeturbo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3612859
MC
1231221
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37931 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (646) 270-5441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Garage & Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jims Garage & Wrecker Service LLC

USDOT
491039
MC
443902
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (865) 588-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gouffon Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
553340
MC
273542
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (865) 584-8545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rowe Transfer INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1079919
MC
448775
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37914 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (865) 523-0421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fox Moving And Storage Of East Tennessee LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2500143
MC
866796
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (865) 437-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Home Furnishings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hackney Home Furnishings INC

USDOT
329373
MC
476934
Based in
Louisville, TN 37777 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (865) 982-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brabston INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1736945
MC
636216
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37924 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (865) 500-7002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Knoxville

Near Daly City (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Umbrella Global INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3126263
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (415) 203-0835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Fast Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4413393
MC
1734057
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (626) 230-8969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delancey Street Moving & Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delancey Street Foundation

USDOT
289919
MC
198922
Based in
San Francisco, CA 94124 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (415) 957-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 273 movers in Daly City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Knoxville to Daly City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,270 to $4,870 for a studio, $4,910 to $7,310 for a one-bedroom, $8,190 to $12,180 for a two-bedroom, $13,100 to $19,490 for a three-bedroom and $18,010 to $26,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daly City from Knoxville?

About 2,500 road miles (2,119 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Tennessee 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 Knoxville to Daly City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,470 to $4,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,250 to $4,780. 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 Knoxville–Daly City corridor.