Norman, OK → Chico, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Norman to Chico

About 1,620 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,570–$9,770, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Norman side and 47 in Chico.

1,620 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,570–$9,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Norman, Oklahoma
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,620 miles (1,373 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 91 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Norman

The route from Norman, OK to Chico, CA covers roughly 1,620 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 $6,570 to $9,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Norman side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 47 around Chico (22 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 Chico.

Norman has a population of about 130,943 and Chico about 105,081. Chico is the denser city (2,976 people per square mile versus 716 in Norman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Norman to Chico

Full-service estimate for 1,620 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,200	$3,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,940	$4,810	$5,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,570	$8,010	$9,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,510	$12,810	$15,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,450	$17,620	$21,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,200

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

Portable container

$2,470–$3,630

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

Full-service mover

$6,570–$9,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Norman (origin)

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2858951
MC: 957498
Based in: Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (214) 218-8344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Country Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1257866
MC: 490991
Based in: Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (405) 701-3067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surexpress Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398935
MC: 531215
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (405) 272-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ball And Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2947842
MC: 997948
Based in: Norman, OK 73072 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (405) 778-1614 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Al Xander Traders LLC

USDOT: 3892119
MC: 1431252
Based in: Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (405) 812-0787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Locke Supply Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 126365
MC: 1416714
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73149 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (405) 631-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isa Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1445068
MC: 546172
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (405) 600-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Serenity Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2439364
MC: 988784
Based in: Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (405) 437-8243 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Norman

Near Chico (destination)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT: 2616732
MC: 1018786
Based in: Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3421940
MC: 1416634
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT: 1632139
MC: 601878
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT: 2672752
MC: 1291331
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2460069
MC: 849884
Based in: Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT: 3369808
MC: 1080234
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT: 1216126
MC: 507371
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4350535
MC: 1700995
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Norman to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,910 for a studio, $3,940 to $5,860 for a one-bedroom, $6,570 to $9,770 for a two-bedroom, $10,510 to $15,630 for a three-bedroom and $14,450 to $21,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Norman?

About 1,620 road miles (1,373 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Oklahoma 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 Norman to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,470 to $3,630. 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 Norman–Chico corridor.