Lakewood, NJ → Modesto, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lakewood to Modesto

About 2,943 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,770–$14,530, delivery in 7–14 days, 171 carriers on the Lakewood side and 392 in Modesto.

2,943 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,770–$14,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, New Jersey
To: Modesto, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,943 miles (2,494 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 171 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 392 (205 interstate)

Reverse: Modesto → Lakewood

Modesto sits about 2,943 miles west of Lakewood, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Jersey to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $9,770 to $14,530 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lakewood side there are 171 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Modesto (205 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 Modesto.

Lakewood has a population of about 143,765 and Modesto about 219,652. The two cities have comparable density (5,472 and 5,081 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than New Jersey, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Modesto

Full-service estimate for 2,943 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,910	$4,770	$5,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,860	$7,150	$8,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,770	$11,910	$14,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,630	$19,060	$23,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,490	$26,210	$31,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,070–$5,750

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

Portable container

$3,650–$5,360

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

Full-service mover

$9,770–$14,530

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lakewood (origin)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT: 2444229
MC: 843377
Based in: Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3681572
MC: 1280785
Based in: Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT: 774963
MC: 431356
Based in: Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 285934
MC: 190852
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1038738
MC: 444372
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2969363
MC: 9229
Based in: Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT: 4064194
MC: 1542693
Based in: Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

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 Lakewood to Modesto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,910 to $5,810 for a studio, $5,860 to $8,720 for a one-bedroom, $9,770 to $14,530 for a two-bedroom, $15,630 to $23,250 for a three-bedroom and $21,490 to $31,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Modesto from Lakewood?

About 2,943 road miles (2,494 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Jersey 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 Lakewood to Modesto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,070 to $5,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,650 to $5,360. 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 Lakewood–Modesto corridor.