Modesto, CA → Kingman, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Modesto to Kingman

About 499 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,840–$5,710, delivery in 1–3 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 15 in Kingman.

499 miroad distance
9 h 18 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,840–$5,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Kingman, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 499 miles (423 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 18 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Kingman → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Kingman is a regional long-distance move of roughly 499 road miles, heading east from California to Arizona.

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 $3,840 to $5,710 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 18 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 15 around Kingman (8 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 Kingman.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Kingman about 35,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 871), 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 Arizona 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 Kingman

Full-service estimate for 499 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,530	$1,870	$2,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,300	$2,810	$3,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,140	$7,480	$9,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,440	$10,290	$12,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$3,840–$5,710

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Kingman (destination)

Sin City Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sin City Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2873747
MC: 963967
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (725) 666-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gm Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Juan Guerra

USDOT: 1908707
MC: 684688
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 279-2975 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albatross

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Albatross LLC

USDOT: 3314156
MC: 1053287
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 293-0302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rv Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Richard Kibler

USDOT: 2462187
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (928) 303-4501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evan Rocks Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3123336
MC: 89199
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (530) 414-0369 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Last Time LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417923
MC: 1104036
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (928) 897-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cmv Harmony Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cezar Cobrescu

USDOT: 2545912
MC: 886275
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 293-0095 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2861605
MC: 959532
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (406) 499-9052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Kingman

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,530 to $2,280 for a studio, $2,300 to $3,420 for a one-bedroom, $3,840 to $5,710 for a two-bedroom, $6,140 to $9,130 for a three-bedroom and $8,440 to $12,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kingman from Modesto?

About 499 road miles (423 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 18 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California into Arizona 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 Kingman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,150. 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–Kingman corridor.