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Modesto, CA → Chula Vista, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Modesto to Chula Vista

About 487 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,170–$6,200, delivery in 1–3 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 440 in Chula Vista.

  • 487 miroad distance
  • 9 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $4,170–$6,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 487 miles (413 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination
440 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Chula Vista → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Chula Vista is a regional long-distance move of roughly 487 road miles, heading southeast within 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 $4,170 to $6,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 6 min.

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 440 around Chula Vista (159 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 Chula Vista.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Chula Vista about 275,533. The two cities have comparable density (5,081 and 5,554 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Chula Vista

Full-service estimate for 487 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,670 $2,030 $2,480
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,170 $5,080 $6,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,670 $8,140 $9,930
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,170 $11,190 $13,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$4,170–$6,200

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 Chula Vista (destination)

Crown Xpress Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1099085
MC
453813
Based in
San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (619) 666-1680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Esquer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Multimodal Esquer INC

USDOT
752830
MC
340729
Based in
San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (619) 737-6882 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jlx INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Xpress INC

USDOT
2563169
MC
894648
Based in
San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (619) 671-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT
927424
MC
400335
Based in
San Diego, CA 92110 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3476079
MC
1145709
Based in
Coronado, CA 92118 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlas Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
668059
MC
312552
Based in
San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (619) 489-2324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hjm International Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4611786
Based in
San Diego, CA 92154 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (619) 407-0426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 440 movers in Chula Vista

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Chula Vista?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,670 to $2,480 for a studio, $2,500 to $3,720 for a one-bedroom, $4,170 to $6,200 for a two-bedroom, $6,670 to $9,930 for a three-bedroom and $9,170 to $13,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chula Vista from Modesto?

About 487 road miles (413 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

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

No. Because both Modesto and Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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–Chula Vista corridor.