Modesto, CA → Concord, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Concord

About 3,057 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,690–$14,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 52 in Concord.

3,057 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,690–$14,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Concord, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 3,057 miles (2,591 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 52 (40 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Modesto

The route from Modesto, CA to Concord, NH covers roughly 3,057 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $9,690 to $14,420 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 53 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 52 around Concord (40 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 Concord.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Concord about 45,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 688), 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 New Hampshire than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Concord

Full-service estimate for 3,057 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,820	$7,090	$8,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,690	$11,820	$14,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,510	$18,910	$23,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,330	$26,010	$31,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,190–$5,920

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

Portable container

$3,750–$5,510

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

Full-service mover

$9,690–$14,420

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 Concord (destination)

Gaftek INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814881
MC: 101453
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (888) 485-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Towing & Recovery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Accurate Transportation LLC

USDOT: 3164566
MC: 113598
Based in: Hopkinton, NH 03229 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 715-6325 Route Verify on FMCSA

Home Folk Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 972666
MC: 411999
Based in: Tilton, NH 03276 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (207) 651-7901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4501946
MC: 1781103
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (603) 228-5665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eze Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4275647
MC: 1661198
Based in: Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (857) 209-8184 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Clapp Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1921436
MC: 868301
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (603) 856-1390 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teq Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3743552
MC: 1326122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (603) 450-0550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ag And Ft Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333211
MC: 1697122
Based in: Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 717-5012 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 52 movers in Concord

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,880 to $5,770 for a studio, $5,820 to $8,650 for a one-bedroom, $9,690 to $14,420 for a two-bedroom, $15,510 to $23,080 for a three-bedroom and $21,330 to $31,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Modesto?

About 3,057 road miles (2,591 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 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 Hampshire 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 Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,190 to $5,920 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,750 to $5,510. 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–Concord corridor.