Monterey, CA

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

Movers from Napa to Monterey

About 141 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,610–$3,880, delivery in 1–2 days, 56 carriers on the Napa side and 12 in Monterey.

  • 141 miroad distance
  • 3 h 8 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,610–$3,8802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 141 miles (119 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 8 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
56 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
12 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Monterey → Napa

Monterey sits about 141 miles south of Napa, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 8 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,610 and $3,880, before packing or storage.

On the Napa side there are 56 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 12 around Monterey (4 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 Monterey.

Napa has a population of about 79,000 and Monterey about 30,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,391 and 3,495 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Napa to Monterey

Full-service estimate for 141 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,570 $1,910 $2,330
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,610 $3,180 $3,880
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,170 $5,090 $6,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,740 $7,000 $8,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,610–$3,880

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 Napa (origin)

Integrity Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2714327
MC
1009950
Based in
Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Wrights Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3008441
MC
179527
Based in
Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Am Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2885573
MC
1415680
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Gst Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3922400
MC
1661415
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Fleetlink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
6004005
MC
59139783
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

S2 Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2363572
MC
810236
Based in
Vallejo, CA 94589 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Dunamis Enterprises

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2846671
MC
996658
Based in
Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All Roads In INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3325654
MC
1058950
Based in
Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 56 movers in Napa

Near Monterey (destination)

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

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2983026
MC
1294330
Based in
Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
167294
MC
51424
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

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

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2710075
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3202429
Based in
Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

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

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3725511
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 12 movers in Monterey

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,570 to $2,330 for a one-bedroom, $2,610 to $3,880 for a two-bedroom, $4,170 to $6,210 for a three-bedroom and $5,740 to $8,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monterey from Napa?

About 141 road miles (119 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 8 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 Napa and Monterey 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 Napa to Monterey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Napa–Monterey corridor.