Macon, GA → Chico, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Macon to Chico

About 2,549 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,380–$12,470, delivery in 7–14 days, 330 carriers on the Macon side and 47 in Chico.

2,549 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,380–$12,4702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Macon, Georgia
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,549 miles (2,160 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 330 (138 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Macon

Moving from Macon to Chico is a cross-country move of roughly 2,549 road miles, heading northwest from Georgia 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 $8,380 to $12,470 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Macon side there are 330 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (138 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.

Macon has a population of about 157,556 and Chico about 105,081. Chico is the denser city (2,976 people per square mile versus 631 in Macon), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Georgia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Macon to Chico

Full-service estimate for 2,549 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,350	$4,090	$4,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,030	$6,130	$7,480
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,380	$10,220	$12,470
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,410	$16,360	$19,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,440	$22,490	$27,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,520–$4,970

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,850

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

Full-service mover

$8,380–$12,470

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

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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 Macon (origin)

Diversified Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 584480
MC: 283647
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (478) 923-0103 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCloud9 Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3099436
MC: 76626
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 262-2568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ciceros' Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 980198
MC: 417787
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (478) 788-1328 Route Verify on FMCSA

K G Jr Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2895306
MC: 972874
Based in: Macon, GA 31216 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (478) 550-4828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Guys

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Good Guys Moving & Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1906318
MC: 684188
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (478) 808-4566 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&j Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1268219
MC: 554939
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (478) 808-7772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huss LLC

USDOT: 3797061
MC: 1365180
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (478) 845-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike & Kijuan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3929166
MC: 1455725
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (470) 257-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Macon

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 Macon to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,990 for a studio, $5,030 to $7,480 for a one-bedroom, $8,380 to $12,470 for a two-bedroom, $13,410 to $19,960 for a three-bedroom and $18,440 to $27,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Macon?

About 2,549 road miles (2,160 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Georgia 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 Macon to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,520 to $4,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,850. 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 Macon–Chico corridor.