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Monterey, CA → Fresno, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Monterey to Fresno

About 137 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,590–$3,850, delivery in 1–2 days, 12 carriers on the Monterey side and 439 in Fresno.

  • 137 miroad distance
  • 3 h 4 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,590–$3,8502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 137 miles (116 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 4 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
12 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
439 (246 interstate)

Reverse: Fresno → Monterey

The route from Monterey, CA to Fresno, CA covers roughly 137 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 4 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,590 and $3,850, before packing or storage.

On the Monterey side there are 12 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 439 around Fresno (246 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 Fresno.

Monterey has a population of about 30,000 and Fresno about 555,549. Fresno is the denser city (4,706 people per square mile versus 3,495 in Monterey), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Monterey to Fresno

Full-service estimate for 137 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,550 $1,900 $2,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,590 $3,160 $3,850
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,150 $5,060 $6,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,700 $6,950 $8,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,590–$3,850

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Monterey (origin)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1077325
MC
447949
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (831) 384-4139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 21st Century Moving LLC

USDOT
2983026
MC
1294330
Based in
Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (831) 869-9367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Valerio Lima

USDOT
167294
MC
51424
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (831) 883-0212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3507091
MC
1159608
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (831) 710-7824 Route Verify on FMCSA

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Marcus Chubbs INC

USDOT
2710075
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (831) 392-6487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Newell Johnson

USDOT
3202429
Based in
Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (831) 737-4614 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3375963
MC
1082909
Based in
Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (831) 236-0336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jesus Ruelas Gamboa

USDOT
3725511
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (831) 521-8173 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Monterey

Near Fresno (destination)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1506989
MC
565290
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (559) 264-2036 Route Verify on FMCSA

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1292301
MC
498282
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (559) 268-1231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT
421535
MC
278865
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1161090
MC
467257
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (559) 834-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT
2394750
MC
823302
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428600
MC
836998
Based in
Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT
2800745
MC
1758995
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170808
MC
118217
Based in
Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 439 movers in Fresno

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Monterey to Fresno?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,310 for a one-bedroom, $2,590 to $3,850 for a two-bedroom, $4,150 to $6,170 for a three-bedroom and $5,700 to $8,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fresno from Monterey?

About 137 road miles (116 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 4 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 Monterey and Fresno 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 Monterey to Fresno?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Monterey–Fresno corridor.