Longmont, CO → Walnut Creek, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Longmont to Walnut Creek

About 1,087 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,640–$8,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 80 carriers on the Longmont side and 268 in Walnut Creek.

1,087 miroad distance
19 h 27 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,640–$8,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Longmont, Colorado
To: Walnut Creek, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,087 miles (921 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 27 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 268 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Walnut Creek → Longmont

Moving from Longmont to Walnut Creek is a long-distance move of roughly 1,087 road miles, heading west from Colorado 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 $5,640 to $8,390 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 19 h 27 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 268 around Walnut Creek (106 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 Walnut Creek.

Longmont has a population of about 100,109 and Walnut Creek about 70,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,434 and 3,549 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 Walnut Creek

Full-service estimate for 1,087 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,250	$2,750	$3,350
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,380	$4,120	$5,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,640	$6,870	$8,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,020	$11,000	$13,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,400	$15,120	$18,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,210

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$5,640–$8,390

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

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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 Walnut Creek (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1166104
MC: 509402
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460243
MC: 1129236
Based in: Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sukhjit Sandhu Trucking INC

USDOT: 1363134
MC: 522107
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (510) 750-3598 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1659739
MC: 610530
Based in: Concord, CA 94520 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 268 movers in Walnut Creek

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Longmont to Walnut Creek?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,250 to $3,350 for a studio, $3,380 to $5,030 for a one-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a two-bedroom, $9,020 to $13,420 for a three-bedroom and $12,400 to $18,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Walnut Creek from Longmont?

About 1,087 road miles (921 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 27 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 Walnut Creek?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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–Walnut Creek corridor.