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Elk Grove, CA

Longmont, CO → Elk Grove, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Longmont to Elk Grove

About 1,036 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,490–$8,170, delivery in 3–7 days, 80 carriers on the Longmont side and 571 in Elk Grove.

  • 1,036 miroad distance
  • 18 h 34 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,490–$8,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,036 miles (878 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 34 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
80 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination
571 (310 interstate)

Reverse: Elk Grove → Longmont

The route from Longmont, CO to Elk Grove, CA covers roughly 1,036 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,490 to $8,170 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 34 min.

On the Longmont side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.

Longmont has a population of about 100,109 and Elk Grove about 185,007. The two cities have comparable density (3,434 and 4,193 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Longmont to Elk Grove

Full-service estimate for 1,036 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,200 $2,680 $3,270
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,290 $4,020 $4,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,490 $6,690 $8,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,780 $10,710 $13,070
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,080 $14,730 $17,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,510–$2,140

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

Portable container

$1,940–$2,860

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

Full-service mover

$5,490–$8,170

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Longmont, CO → Elk Grove, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Longmont (origin)

Mgl Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2589879
MC
908286
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (303) 952-1823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2842456
MC
56178
Based in
Lafayette, CO 80026 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (303) 718-6355 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3497243
MC
1153031
Based in
Longmont, CO 80501 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Enriquez Landscaping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maria Soto

USDOT
2889297
MC
970437
Based in
Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (720) 436-1796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shire Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
5953507
MC
57519933
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (970) 692-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boss Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1551309
MC
576204
Based in
Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (303) 912-8823 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & M Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3423774
MC
1107464
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (720) 442-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&g Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3543592
MC
1221302
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (720) 335-9523 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Longmont

Near Elk Grove (destination)

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2147715
MC
799201
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT
700726
MC
1528623
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (510) 338-4218 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1352052
MC
515740
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kolesnikov Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2884674
MC
968513
Based in
Carmichael, CA 95608 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (916) 882-3917 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Spot Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3468186
MC
1134665
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
33 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (916) 995-9808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2973
MC
127007
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95828 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (916) 381-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1454615
MC
549687
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95815 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 744-2811 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2340489
MC
799192
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (916) 800-1009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Longmont to Elk Grove?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,200 to $3,270 for a studio, $3,290 to $4,900 for a one-bedroom, $5,490 to $8,170 for a two-bedroom, $8,780 to $13,070 for a three-bedroom and $12,080 to $17,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elk Grove from Longmont?

About 1,036 road miles (878 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Longmont to Elk Grove?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,510 to $2,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,940 to $2,860. 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 Longmont–Elk Grove corridor.