Pasadena, CA → Fairfield, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pasadena to Fairfield

About 421 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,870–$5,760, delivery in 1–3 days, 822 carriers on the Pasadena side and 112 in Fairfield.

421 miroad distance
7 h 58 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,870–$5,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pasadena, California
To: Fairfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 421 miles (357 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 58 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 822 (337 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Fairfield → Pasadena

Moving from Pasadena to Fairfield is a regional long-distance move of roughly 421 road miles, heading northwest within 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 $3,870 to $5,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 58 min.

On the Pasadena side there are 822 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (337 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Fairfield (39 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 Fairfield.

Pasadena has a population of about 135,804 and Fairfield about 122,489. Pasadena is considerably denser (6,030 people per square mile versus 2,882), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Pasadena to Fairfield

Full-service estimate for 421 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,550	$1,890	$2,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,870	$4,720	$5,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,190	$7,550	$9,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,520	$10,390	$12,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,050

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

Full-service mover

$3,870–$5,760

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Pasadena (origin)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4420956
MC: 1738102
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90029 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saba Couriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3182236
MC: 127315
Based in: Burbank, CA 91505 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (818) 731-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 282762
MC: 208837
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Fairfield (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Deep Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2265911
MC: 775642
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (707) 718-0778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cassil Freight And Warehousing

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cassil Freight INC

USDOT: 405048
MC: 121842
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 437-7350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Van & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Metropolitan Van & Storage INC

USDOT: 222569
MC: 138536
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (707) 745-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & B Logistic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1195990
MC: 476562
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (707) 224-3657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3120644
MC: 87764
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (888) 889-6872 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Fairfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pasadena to Fairfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,300 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,460 for a one-bedroom, $3,870 to $5,760 for a two-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,220 for a three-bedroom and $8,520 to $12,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairfield from Pasadena?

About 421 road miles (357 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 58 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Pasadena and Fairfield 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 Pasadena to Fairfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,050. 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 Pasadena–Fairfield corridor.