Lynchburg, VA → Chico, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lynchburg to Chico

About 2,698 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,920–$13,270, delivery in 7–14 days, 53 carriers on the Lynchburg side and 47 in Chico.

2,698 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,920–$13,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lynchburg, Virginia
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,698 miles (2,286 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Lynchburg

Moving from Lynchburg to Chico is a cross-country move of roughly 2,698 road miles, heading west from Virginia 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 $8,920 to $13,270 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 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lynchburg side there are 53 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 47 around Chico (22 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 Chico.

Lynchburg has a population of about 80,000 and Chico about 105,081. Chico is the denser city (2,976 people per square mile versus 1,613 in Lynchburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lynchburg to Chico

Full-service estimate for 2,698 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,570	$4,350	$5,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,350	$6,520	$7,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,920	$10,870	$13,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,270	$17,400	$21,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,620	$23,920	$29,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,670–$5,180

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

Portable container

$3,430–$5,040

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

Full-service mover

$8,920–$13,270

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lynchburg (origin)

D D & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2539514
MC: 883394
Based in: Lynchburg, VA 24504 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (434) 847-4353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Ridge Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1857659
MC: 671712
Based in: Forest, VA 24551 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (434) 847-1152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Ridge Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3778488
MC: 1351733
Based in: Lynchburg, VA 24502 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (434) 841-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dustin Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 546953
MC: 271213
Based in: Forest, VA 24551 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (434) 525-5814 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moody Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1105839
MC: 454973
Based in: Concord, VA 24538 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (434) 993-2204 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Logistics-Va LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3926196
MC: 1453792
Based in: Lynchburg, VA 24502 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (434) 473-0645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mightee Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mightee Movers LLC

USDOT: 4108476
MC: 1568742
Based in: Lynchburg, VA 24501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (434) 951-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hfmworx LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4386424
MC: 1720247
Based in: Lynchburg, VA 24503 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (434) 509-5314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Lynchburg

Near Chico (destination)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT: 2616732
MC: 1018786
Based in: Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3421940
MC: 1416634
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT: 1632139
MC: 601878
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT: 2672752
MC: 1291331
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2460069
MC: 849884
Based in: Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT: 3369808
MC: 1080234
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT: 1216126
MC: 507371
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4350535
MC: 1700995
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lynchburg to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,570 to $5,310 for a studio, $5,350 to $7,960 for a one-bedroom, $8,920 to $13,270 for a two-bedroom, $14,270 to $21,230 for a three-bedroom and $19,620 to $29,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Lynchburg?

About 2,698 road miles (2,286 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Virginia 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 Lynchburg to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,670 to $5,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,430 to $5,040. 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 Lynchburg–Chico corridor.