Modesto, CA → White Plains, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to White Plains

About 2,956 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,080–$15,000, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 369 in White Plains.

2,956 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,080–$15,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: White Plains, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,956 miles (2,505 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 369 (163 interstate)

Reverse: White Plains → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to White Plains is a cross-country move of roughly 2,956 road miles, heading east from California to New York.

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 $10,080 to $15,000 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 51 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 369 around White Plains (163 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 White Plains.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and White Plains about 60,000. The two cities have comparable density (5,081 and 6,117 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Modesto to White Plains

Full-service estimate for 2,956 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,030	$4,920	$6,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,050	$7,380	$9,000
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,080	$12,290	$15,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,130	$19,670	$23,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,170	$27,040	$32,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,090–$5,770

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

Portable container

$3,660–$5,380

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

Full-service mover

$10,080–$15,000

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 White Plains (destination)

Hendrickson Bus Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hendrickson Bus Company

USDOT: 382112
MC: 729161
Based in: Bayville, NY 11709 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86580
MC: 729893
Based in: Port Washington, NY 11050 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT: 25982
MC: 134689
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oz Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1058063
MC: 439945
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (212) 452-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zoo Kiss Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3272485
MC: 1033366
Based in: Haworth, NJ 07641 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 29 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 588-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Veral Corp

USDOT: 292755
MC: 185639
Based in: White Plains, NY 10606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (914) 761-2528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collins Brothers Moving Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 153404
MC: 51369
Based in: Larchmont, NY 10538 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (914) 834-0048 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 369 movers in White Plains

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in White Plains accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to White Plains?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,030 to $6,000 for a studio, $6,050 to $9,000 for a one-bedroom, $10,080 to $15,000 for a two-bedroom, $16,130 to $23,990 for a three-bedroom and $22,170 to $32,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is White Plains from Modesto?

About 2,956 road miles (2,505 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 New York 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 White Plains?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,090 to $5,770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,660 to $5,380. 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–White Plains corridor.