Modesto, CA → Fayetteville, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Fayetteville

About 2,744 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,690–$12,930, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 324 in Fayetteville.

2,744 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,690–$12,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 2,744 miles (2,326 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: 324 (197 interstate)

Reverse: Fayetteville → Modesto

Fayetteville sits about 2,744 miles east of Modesto, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to North Carolina 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 $8,690 to $12,930 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 324 around Fayetteville (197 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 Fayetteville.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Fayetteville about 209,120. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 1,406), 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 North Carolina 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 Fayetteville

Full-service estimate for 2,744 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,480	$4,240	$5,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,210	$6,360	$7,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,690	$10,590	$12,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,900	$16,950	$20,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,110	$23,310	$28,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,870–$5,460

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

Portable container

$3,470–$5,100

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

Full-service mover

$8,690–$12,930

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 Fayetteville (destination)

Wegoleball Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Remnants LLC

USDOT: 4283574
MC: 1665569
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28303 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,513 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (472) 210-1920 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmx Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2831528
MC: 946172
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28306 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (910) 425-2539 Route Verify on FMCSA

Omni Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 302306
MC: 241642
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (910) 483-4195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piedmont Van And Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 301720
MC: 211535
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28306 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (910) 485-6109 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 154235
MC: 129323
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (910) 401-0441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terminal Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 479541
MC: 251813
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (910) 401-0441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Custom Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 230282
MC: 164025
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28311 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (910) 488-3101 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Professional Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 3836891
MC: 1393888
Based in: Fayetteville, NC 28311 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (984) 363-5703 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 324 movers in Fayetteville

Tips for this move

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 Fayetteville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,480 to $5,170 for a studio, $5,210 to $7,760 for a one-bedroom, $8,690 to $12,930 for a two-bedroom, $13,900 to $20,680 for a three-bedroom and $19,110 to $28,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fayetteville from Modesto?

About 2,744 road miles (2,326 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 North Carolina 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 Fayetteville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,870 to $5,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,470 to $5,100. 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–Fayetteville corridor.