Lancaster, CA → Clovis, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Lancaster to Clovis

About 201 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,880–$4,280, delivery in 1–2 days, 105 carriers on the Lancaster side and 279 in Clovis.

201 miroad distance
4 h 10 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,880–$4,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lancaster, California
To: Clovis, California
Road distance: ≈ 201 miles (170 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 105 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination: 279 (157 interstate)

Reverse: Clovis → Lancaster

The route from Lancaster, CA to Clovis, CA covers roughly 201 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 $2,880 to $4,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 10 min.

On the Lancaster side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 279 around Clovis (157 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 Clovis.

Lancaster has a population of about 170,084 and Clovis about 129,347. Clovis is the denser city (4,729 people per square mile versus 1,840 in Lancaster), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Lancaster to Clovis

Full-service estimate for 201 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	$1,730	$2,110	$2,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,880	$3,510	$4,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,610	$5,620	$6,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,340	$7,730	$9,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$500

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,880–$4,280

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lancaster (origin)

Warvet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4438298
MC: 1747298
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (254) 493-7509 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & E Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3473111
MC: 1137379
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (323) 481-9394 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo4road INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3975931
MC: 1487146
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (267) 228-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leo'S Trucking & Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9348380
MC: 68741251
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (661) 802-2895 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Lancaster

Near Clovis (destination)

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT: 2800745
MC: 1758995
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1879019
MC: 677886
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (559) 275-3628 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roop Uk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3644963
MC: 1254075
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (570) 604-7785 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr 06 Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330645
MC: 1061322
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 931-9465 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 279 movers in Clovis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lancaster to Clovis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,730 to $2,570 for a one-bedroom, $2,880 to $4,280 for a two-bedroom, $4,610 to $6,850 for a three-bedroom and $6,340 to $9,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clovis from Lancaster?

About 201 road miles (170 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Lancaster and Clovis 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 Lancaster to Clovis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,760. 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 Lancaster–Clovis corridor.