Modesto, CA → Newton, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Newton

About 3,090 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,260–$15,260, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 456 in Newton.

3,090 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,260–$15,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Newton, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 3,090 miles (2,618 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: 456 (267 interstate)

Reverse: Newton → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Newton is a cross-country move of roughly 3,090 road miles, heading northeast from California to Massachusetts.

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 $10,260 to $15,260 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 456 around Newton (267 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 Newton.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Newton about 89,000. The two cities have comparable density (5,081 and 4,988 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Newton

Full-service estimate for 3,090 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,150	$7,500	$9,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,260	$12,510	$15,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,410	$20,010	$24,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,560	$27,520	$33,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,230–$5,970

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

Portable container

$3,780–$5,560

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

Full-service mover

$10,260–$15,260

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 Newton (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT: 373544
MC: 218762
Based in: Winchester, MA 01890 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Speed Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460758
MC: 1139822
Based in: West Roxbury, MA 02132 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 905-7276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 456 movers in Newton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,100 to $6,100 for a studio, $6,150 to $9,160 for a one-bedroom, $10,260 to $15,260 for a two-bedroom, $16,410 to $24,420 for a three-bedroom and $22,560 to $33,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newton from Modesto?

About 3,090 road miles (2,618 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 Massachusetts 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 Newton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,230 to $5,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,780 to $5,560. 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–Newton corridor.