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Odessa, TX → South Lake Tahoe, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Odessa to South Lake Tahoe

About 1,302 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,990–$8,910, delivery in 3–7 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 11 in South Lake Tahoe.

  • 1,302 miroad distance
  • 23 h 9 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,990–$8,9102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,302 miles (1,104 straight-line)
Drive time
23 h 9 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (7 interstate)

Reverse: South Lake Tahoe → Odessa

Moving from Odessa to South Lake Tahoe is a long-distance move of roughly 1,302 road miles, heading northwest from Texas 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 $5,990 to $8,910 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 9 min.

On the Odessa side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (42 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around South Lake Tahoe (7 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 South Lake Tahoe.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and South Lake Tahoe about 21,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,239 and 2,119 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to South Lake Tahoe

Full-service estimate for 1,302 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,400 $2,920 $3,560
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,590 $4,380 $5,350
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,990 $7,300 $8,910
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,580 $11,690 $14,260
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,180 $16,070 $19,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,790–$2,520

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

Portable container

$2,180–$3,210

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

Full-service mover

$5,990–$8,910

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 Odessa (origin)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Henry Corporation

USDOT
2195497
MC
761954
Based in
Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (432) 770-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3234824
MC
1084110
Based in
Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (432) 316-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT
1790390
MC
779115
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
817981
MC
265731
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hulk Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3194237
MC
139812
Based in
Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (432) 257-7439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rw Logistics And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2531647
MC
879835
Based in
Odessa, TX 79766 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (682) 206-4162 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327757
MC
1071482
Based in
Midland, TX 79707 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northmen Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3542877
MC
1183565
Based in
Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Odessa

Near South Lake Tahoe (destination)

Mv Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvt Express

USDOT
2507468
MC
869399
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (530) 318-5981 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lfod Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3940458
MC
1463269
Based in
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 799-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Witte

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9020658
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (540) 292-4356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rouse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412017
MC
1733322
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (775) 364-4513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilson Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Wilson Trucking Operations INC

USDOT
1835654
MC
665466
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (775) 265-2230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carson Valley Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Barry Elwood Jones

USDOT
384361
MC
228843
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (775) 782-7070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manuel Jimenez Jr DBA South Lake Tahoe Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2678760
MC
115986
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 523-3352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Way Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ricky Richardson

USDOT
3122663
MC
105518
Based in
Somerset, CA 95684 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (530) 622-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in South Lake Tahoe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Odessa to South Lake Tahoe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,560 for a studio, $3,590 to $5,350 for a one-bedroom, $5,990 to $8,910 for a two-bedroom, $9,580 to $14,260 for a three-bedroom and $13,180 to $19,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Lake Tahoe from Odessa?

About 1,302 road miles (1,104 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 9 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Odessa to South Lake Tahoe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,790 to $2,520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,180 to $3,210. 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 Odessa–South Lake Tahoe corridor.