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Modesto, CA → Paso Robles, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Modesto to Paso Robles

About 165 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,720–$4,040, delivery in 1–2 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 17 in Paso Robles.

  • 165 miroad distance
  • 3 h 33 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,720–$4,0402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 165 miles (140 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 33 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination
17 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Paso Robles → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Paso Robles is a regional long-distance move of roughly 165 road miles, heading south within California.

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 $2,720 to $4,040 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 33 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 17 around Paso Robles (9 interstate). For an in-state 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 Paso Robles.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Paso Robles about 32,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 1,582), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Paso Robles

Full-service estimate for 165 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,630 $1,990 $2,430
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,720 $3,310 $4,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,350 $5,300 $6,470
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,980 $7,290 $8,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$450

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,720–$4,040

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 Paso Robles (destination)

Central Coast Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Coast Moving Company

USDOT
3217239
MC
1458812
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 441-4429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morro Bay Cabinets INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
986450
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (805) 230-7224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gr Barr INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2039426
MC
731002
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (805) 931-6105 Route Verify on FMCSA

805 Central Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4413754
MC
1734268
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 712-1879 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricks Towing Services INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4283282
Based in
Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (805) 458-1860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paso Robles Furniture

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Peter Carbajal

USDOT
2678641
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (805) 286-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leyva Welding & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Leyva Welding INC

USDOT
3161264
MC
111366
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 610-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

San Luis Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alexander Cronin

USDOT
2678056
Based in
Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (805) 440-0530 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Paso Robles

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Other destinations from Modesto

Other origins to Paso Robles

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Paso Robles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,630 to $2,430 for a one-bedroom, $2,720 to $4,040 for a two-bedroom, $4,350 to $6,470 for a three-bedroom and $5,980 to $8,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paso Robles from Modesto?

About 165 road miles (140 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Modesto and Paso Robles are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Modesto to Paso Robles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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–Paso Robles corridor.