Modesto, CA → Cherry Hill, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Cherry Hill

About 2,896 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,680–$14,400, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 838 in Cherry Hill.

2,896 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,680–$14,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,896 miles (2,455 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 838 (563 interstate)

Reverse: Cherry Hill → Modesto

Cherry Hill sits about 2,896 miles east of Modesto, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Jersey that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,680 to $14,400 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

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 838 around Cherry Hill (563 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 Cherry Hill.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Cherry Hill about 74,000. Cherry Hill is the denser city (20,442 people per square mile versus 5,081 in Modesto), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Cherry Hill

Full-service estimate for 2,896 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,870	$4,720	$5,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,810	$7,080	$8,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,680	$11,800	$14,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,490	$18,890	$23,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,300	$25,970	$31,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,030–$5,680

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

Portable container

$3,600–$5,300

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

Full-service mover

$9,680–$14,400

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 Cherry Hill (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT: 751209
MC: 339982
Based in: Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flower Transfer Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC

USDOT: 346532
MC: 201014
Based in: Sewell, NJ 08080 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (856) 468-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ambrogi Food Dist

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 392622
MC: 1150741
Based in: Westville, NJ 08093 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (856) 845-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1077521
MC: 449417
Based in: West Deptford, NJ 08086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (856) 931-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Ladies And A Gentleman Moving Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447256
MC: 1751983
Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (856) 266-1587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534142
MC: 880980
Based in: Philadelphia, PA 19115 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (215) 383-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 838 movers in Cherry Hill

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Cherry Hill accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Cherry Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,870 to $5,760 for a studio, $5,810 to $8,640 for a one-bedroom, $9,680 to $14,400 for a two-bedroom, $15,490 to $23,040 for a three-bedroom and $21,300 to $31,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cherry Hill from Modesto?

About 2,896 road miles (2,455 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 California into New Jersey 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 Cherry Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,030 to $5,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,600 to $5,300. 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–Cherry Hill corridor.