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Modesto, CA → Carson City, NV · Short-haul move

Movers from Modesto to Carson City

About 147 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,430–$3,610, delivery in 1–2 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 32 in Carson City.

  • 147 miroad distance
  • 3 h 14 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,430–$3,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 147 miles (125 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 14 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination
32 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Carson City → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Carson City is a short-haul move of roughly 147 road miles, heading northeast from California to Nevada.

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 3 h 14 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,430 and $3,610, 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 32 around Carson City (23 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 Carson City.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Carson City about 59,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 406), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Nevada than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Carson City

Full-service estimate for 147 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,720 $2,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,460 $1,770 $2,160
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,430 $2,960 $3,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,880 $4,730 $5,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,340 $6,510 $7,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,430–$3,610

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 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 Carson City (destination)

Gentle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Relocations INC

USDOT
4164289
MC
1600731
Based in
Carson City, NV 89705 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (559) 547-5704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Contractors & Empire Waste Systems

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Empire Contractors INC

USDOT
1707107
Based in
Incline Village, NV 89451 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (775) 831-2246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty'S Appliance

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3099902
Based in
Minden, NV 89423 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (775) 782-5099 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&t Consulting Agency LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4512928
MC
1786930
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (909) 720-9588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minutemen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3802718
MC
1369347
Based in
Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 541-8305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vogts Logistics And Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3948186
MC
1468493
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 297-9473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Out Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4176145
MC
1607125
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (775) 315-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Car Sales & Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4563432
MC
1814154
Based in
Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (321) 303-5705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Carson City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Carson City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,460 to $2,160 for a one-bedroom, $2,430 to $3,610 for a two-bedroom, $3,880 to $5,770 for a three-bedroom and $5,340 to $7,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carson City from Modesto?

About 147 road miles (125 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 California into Nevada 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 Modesto to Carson City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Carson City corridor.