Palo Alto, CA → Fishers, IN · Cross-country move

Movers from Palo Alto to Fishers

About 2,296 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,800–$11,600, delivery in 7–14 days, 233 carriers on the Palo Alto side and 345 in Fishers.

2,296 miroad distance
40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,800–$11,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palo Alto, California
To: Fishers, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 2,296 miles (1,946 straight-line)
Drive time: 40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 233 (62 interstate)
Movers at destination: 345 (225 interstate)

Reverse: Fishers → Palo Alto

The route from Palo Alto, CA to Fishers, IN covers roughly 2,296 miles by road, a east-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 $7,800 to $11,600 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 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Palo Alto side there are 233 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (62 of them authorized for interstate work), and 345 around Fishers (225 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 Fishers.

Palo Alto has a population of about 67,000 and Fishers about 104,812. The two cities have comparable density (2,851 and 2,780 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Palo Alto to Fishers

Full-service estimate for 2,296 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,120	$3,800	$4,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,680	$5,700	$6,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,800	$9,510	$11,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,470	$15,210	$18,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,150	$20,920	$25,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,260–$4,600

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

Portable container

$3,070–$4,510

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

Full-service mover

$7,800–$11,600

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 Palo Alto (origin)

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389468
MC: 1089109
Based in: San Jose, CA 95126 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251388
MC: 1023623
Based in: Fremont, CA 94538 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3488549
MC: 1147342
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT: 2974713
MC: 10809
Based in: San Jose, CA 95131 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Careful Movers INC

USDOT: 1464935
MC: 553377
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (650) 595-8400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3247717
MC: 1021407
Based in: Santa Clara, CA 95050 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mav Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4340425
MC: 77787146
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (510) 456-5745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 233 movers in Palo Alto

Near Fishers (destination)

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70719
MC: 87113
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46250 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT: 2352168
MC: 805371
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247771
MC: 169755
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3701508
MC: 1295347
Based in: Fishers, IN 46038 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2516438
MC: 873157
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delta Carrier

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Delta Carriers INC

USDOT: 2201595
MC: 1117547
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46218 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (877) 374-0304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Planes Moving And Storage Of Indianapolis INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1415648
MC: 551348
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (317) 895-1444 Route Verify on FMCSA

P W D Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2267316
MC: 774100
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (317) 803-3792 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 345 movers in Fishers

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fishers accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palo Alto to Fishers?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,120 to $4,640 for a studio, $4,680 to $6,960 for a one-bedroom, $7,800 to $11,600 for a two-bedroom, $12,470 to $18,560 for a three-bedroom and $17,150 to $25,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fishers from Palo Alto?

About 2,296 road miles (1,946 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 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 California into Indiana 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 Palo Alto to Fishers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,260 to $4,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,070 to $4,510. 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 Palo Alto–Fishers corridor.