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Modesto, CA → Daytona Beach, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Daytona Beach

About 2,780 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,950–$13,310, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 88 in Daytona Beach.

  • 2,780 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,950–$13,3102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,780 miles (2,356 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination
88 (41 interstate)

Reverse: Daytona Beach → Modesto

Daytona Beach sits about 2,780 miles east of Modesto, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Florida 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 $8,950 to $13,310 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 48 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 88 around Daytona Beach (41 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 Daytona Beach.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Daytona Beach about 75,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 1,078), 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 Florida than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Daytona Beach

Full-service estimate for 2,780 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,580 $4,360 $5,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,370 $6,550 $7,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,950 $10,910 $13,310
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,320 $17,460 $21,300
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,690 $24,010 $29,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,910–$5,510

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

Portable container

$3,500–$5,150

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

Full-service mover

$8,950–$13,310

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 Daytona Beach (destination)

Two Men And A Truck Volusia County

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sj Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
1453634
MC
549276
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (386) 255-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wrws LLC

USDOT
4517846
MC
1800787
Based in
South Daytona, FL 32119 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 200-5230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Never Miss A Spot Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9545444
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 346-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivey Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ivey Trans LLC

USDOT
3675946
MC
1276548
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32115 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (386) 451-3980 Verify on FMCSA

Azani Logistics Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4530827
MC
1796525
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 248-7264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trimark Leasing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4531289
MC
1796786
Based in
Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (480) 274-2756 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harrell Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9970632
MC
92348666
Based in
Deland, FL 32724 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 717-4412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grade A Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Essential Moving Experts LLC

USDOT
3710980
MC
1302386
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 602-8369 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 88 movers in Daytona Beach

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Daytona Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,580 to $5,330 for a studio, $5,370 to $7,990 for a one-bedroom, $8,950 to $13,310 for a two-bedroom, $14,320 to $21,300 for a three-bedroom and $19,690 to $29,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daytona Beach from Modesto?

About 2,780 road miles (2,356 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Florida 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 Daytona Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,910 to $5,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,500 to $5,150. 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–Daytona Beach corridor.