New Haven, CT → Redding, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from New Haven to Redding

About 3,003 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,760–$14,520, delivery in 7–14 days, 242 carriers on the New Haven side and 37 in Redding.

3,003 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,760–$14,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Haven, Connecticut
To: Redding, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,003 miles (2,545 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 242 (131 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Redding → New Haven

The route from New Haven, CT to Redding, CA covers roughly 3,003 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 $9,760 to $14,520 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the New Haven side there are 242 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (131 of them authorized for interstate work), and 37 around Redding (15 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 Redding.

New Haven has a population of about 138,774 and Redding about 94,000. New Haven is considerably denser (7,167 people per square mile versus 1,574), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Connecticut, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from New Haven to Redding

Full-service estimate for 3,003 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,900	$4,760	$5,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,860	$7,140	$8,710
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,760	$11,900	$14,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,610	$19,040	$23,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,470	$26,180	$31,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,140–$5,840

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

Portable container

$3,700–$5,440

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

Full-service mover

$9,760–$14,520

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 New Haven (origin)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 272172
MC: 15100
Based in: West Haven, CT 06516 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anthony Augliera Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57994
MC: 60406
Based in: East Haven, CT 06512 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 937-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nova Express

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 788061
MC: 610730
Based in: Naugatuck, CT 06770 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (203) 610-9605 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 242 movers in New Haven

Near Redding (destination)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miller Trucking Corporation

USDOT: 451701
MC: 244112
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (530) 243-6178 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2508854
MC: 957782
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (530) 224-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shasta County Towing LLC

USDOT: 919620
MC: 872193
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (530) 510-6212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hansens Moving INC

USDOT: 1630507
MC: 601414
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 243-2945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3561809
MC: 1365857
Based in: Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (530) 515-2005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobby Gene Lee

USDOT: 1984331
MC: 702567
Based in: Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (530) 357-2389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4463432
MC: 1799555
Based in: Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 646-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4355289
MC: 1703491
Based in: Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 366-7493 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Redding

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from New Haven to Redding?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,900 to $5,810 for a studio, $5,860 to $8,710 for a one-bedroom, $9,760 to $14,520 for a two-bedroom, $15,610 to $23,230 for a three-bedroom and $21,470 to $31,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Redding from New Haven?

About 3,003 road miles (2,545 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 Connecticut 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 New Haven to Redding?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,140 to $5,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,700 to $5,440. 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 New Haven–Redding corridor.