Laguna Beach, CA → Modesto, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Laguna Beach to Modesto

About 397 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,760–$5,600, delivery in 1–3 days, 90 carriers on the Laguna Beach side and 392 in Modesto.

397 miroad distance
7 h 33 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,760–$5,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laguna Beach, California
To: Modesto, California
Road distance: ≈ 397 miles (336 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 33 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 90 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 392 (205 interstate)

Reverse: Modesto → Laguna Beach

Modesto sits about 397 miles northwest of Laguna Beach, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $3,760 to $5,600 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 7 h 33 min.

On the Laguna Beach side there are 90 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Modesto (205 interstate). For an in-state 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 Modesto.

Laguna Beach has a population of about 23,000 and Modesto about 219,652. Modesto is the denser city (5,081 people per square mile versus 2,589 in Laguna Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Laguna Beach to Modesto

Full-service estimate for 397 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,260	$2,750	$3,360
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,760	$4,590	$5,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,020	$7,340	$8,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,280	$10,100	$12,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$560–$790

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,020

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

Full-service mover

$3,760–$5,600

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Laguna Beach (origin)

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1030265
MC: 987394
Based in: Irvine, CA 92618 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2448815
MC: 845207
Based in: Irvine, CA 92603 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maeflower Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maeflower Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3405755
MC: 1097046
Based in: Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 216-0290 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terry Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 649215
MC: 306297
Based in: Lake Forest, CA 92630 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (949) 587-9490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villa Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2915709
MC: 1258615
Based in: Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (949) 472-1131 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Ways Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 350330
MC: 913761
Based in: Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (949) 768-0220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zuni Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zuni Trucking INC

USDOT: 2498183
MC: 865638
Based in: San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (949) 716-7197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bir Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3945838
MC: 1466861
Based in: Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (714) 679-5233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 90 movers in Laguna Beach

Near Modesto (destination)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2611556
MC: 22572
Based in: Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3280009
MC: 1036884
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357829
MC: 520713
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2581361
MC: 903865
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4521889
Based in: Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 145920
MC: 147824
Based in: Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2141804
MC: 745315
Based in: Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896438
MC: 973484
Based in: Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laguna Beach to Modesto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,260 to $3,360 for a one-bedroom, $3,760 to $5,600 for a two-bedroom, $6,020 to $8,960 for a three-bedroom and $8,280 to $12,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Modesto from Laguna Beach?

About 397 road miles (336 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 33 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Laguna Beach and Modesto are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Laguna Beach to Modesto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,020. 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 Laguna Beach–Modesto corridor.