Montpelier, VT → Vallejo, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Montpelier to Vallejo

About 3,043 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,540–$14,200, delivery in 7–14 days, 33 carriers on the Montpelier side and 147 in Vallejo.

3,043 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,540–$14,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montpelier, Vermont
To: Vallejo, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,043 miles (2,579 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Vallejo → Montpelier

Moving from Montpelier to Vallejo is a cross-country move of roughly 3,043 road miles, heading west from Vermont to 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 $9,540 to $14,200 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 Montpelier side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 147 around Vallejo (47 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 Vallejo.

Montpelier has a population of about 8,000 and Vallejo about 123,287. Vallejo is the denser city (4,148 people per square mile versus 803 in Montpelier), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Vermont, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montpelier to Vallejo

Full-service estimate for 3,043 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,730	$6,980	$8,520
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,540	$11,640	$14,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,270	$18,620	$22,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,000	$25,600	$31,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,180–$5,900

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

Portable container

$3,740–$5,490

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

Full-service mover

$9,540–$14,200

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 Montpelier (origin)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86320
MC: 116362
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 309032
MC: 1610426
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2569886
MC: 898110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4580446
MC: 1823242
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT: 2301137
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Rossi

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2008273
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (802) 279-3262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2403110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 472791
MC: 966576
Based in: Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

Near Vallejo (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT: 1200199
MC: 478412
Based in: El Cerrito, CA 94530 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocd Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ocd Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2597230
MC: 911812
Based in: San Pablo, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (510) 375-3844 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Bay Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576093
MC: 1206285
Based in: Pinole, CA 94564 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (510) 839-2516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Vallejo

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Vallejo 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 Montpelier to Vallejo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,820 to $5,680 for a studio, $5,730 to $8,520 for a one-bedroom, $9,540 to $14,200 for a two-bedroom, $15,270 to $22,720 for a three-bedroom and $21,000 to $31,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vallejo from Montpelier?

About 3,043 road miles (2,579 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 Vermont 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 Montpelier to Vallejo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,180 to $5,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,740 to $5,490. 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 Montpelier–Vallejo corridor.