Modesto, CA → Antioch, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Modesto to Antioch

About 58 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,610–$2,400, delivery in 1–2 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 124 in Antioch.

58 miroad distance
1 h 42 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,610–$2,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Antioch, California
Road distance: ≈ 58 miles (49 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 42 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → Modesto

Antioch sits about 58 miles northwest of Modesto, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 42 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,610 and $2,400, before packing or storage.

On the Modesto side there are 392 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (205 of them authorized for interstate work), and 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Antioch about 118,958. The two cities have comparable density (5,081 and 3,948 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 58 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$890	$1,080	$1,320
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,020	$1,250	$1,520
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,610	$1,960	$2,400
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,450	$2,990	$3,650
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,610	$4,400	$5,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$300

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,580

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

Full-service mover

$1,610–$2,400

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Modesto (origin)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2611556
MC: 22572
Based in: Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3280009
MC: 1036884
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357829
MC: 520713
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2581361
MC: 903865
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4521889
Based in: Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 145920
MC: 147824
Based in: Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2141804
MC: 745315
Based in: Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896438
MC: 973484
Based in: Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

Near Antioch (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 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

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2524708
MC: 876779
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 823-2038 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (10 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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tim Movers LLC

USDOT: 4075064
MC: 1549017
Based in: Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (628) 688-5540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lake Movers LLC

USDOT: 1535480
MC: 571702
Based in: Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 516-0311 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 124 movers in Antioch

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Antioch?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $890 to $1,320 for a studio, $1,020 to $1,520 for a one-bedroom, $1,610 to $2,400 for a two-bedroom, $2,450 to $3,650 for a three-bedroom and $3,610 to $5,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from Modesto?

About 58 road miles (49 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 42 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Modesto and Antioch 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 Modesto to Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,580. 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 Modesto–Antioch corridor.