Montgomery, AL → Clovis, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Montgomery to Clovis

About 2,261 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,590–$11,300, delivery in 7–14 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 279 in Clovis.

2,261 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,590–$11,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montgomery, Alabama
To: Clovis, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,261 miles (1,916 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination: 279 (157 interstate)

Reverse: Clovis → Montgomery

The route from Montgomery, AL to Clovis, CA covers roughly 2,261 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,590 to $11,300 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 279 around Clovis (157 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 Clovis.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and Clovis about 129,347. Clovis is the denser city (4,729 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to Clovis

Full-service estimate for 2,261 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,040	$3,700	$4,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,560	$5,560	$6,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,590	$9,260	$11,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,150	$14,820	$18,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,710	$20,370	$24,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,220–$4,550

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

Portable container

$3,040–$4,470

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

Full-service mover

$7,590–$11,300

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near Clovis (destination)

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (8 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1879019
MC: 677886
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (559) 275-3628 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roop Uk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3644963
MC: 1254075
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (570) 604-7785 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr 06 Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330645
MC: 1061322
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 931-9465 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 279 movers in Clovis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to Clovis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,040 to $4,520 for a studio, $4,560 to $6,780 for a one-bedroom, $7,590 to $11,300 for a two-bedroom, $12,150 to $18,080 for a three-bedroom and $16,710 to $24,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clovis from Montgomery?

About 2,261 road miles (1,916 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Alabama into California 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 Montgomery to Clovis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,220 to $4,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,040 to $4,470. 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 Montgomery–Clovis corridor.