Pomona, CA → Chico, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pomona to Chico

About 535 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,340–$6,450, delivery in 2–5 days, 628 carriers on the Pomona side and 47 in Chico.

535 miroad distance
9 h 55 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,340–$6,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pomona, California
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 535 miles (453 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 55 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 628 (314 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Pomona

Chico sits about 535 miles northwest of Pomona, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,340 to $6,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 55 min.

On the Pomona side there are 628 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (314 of them authorized for interstate work), and 47 around Chico (22 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 Chico.

Pomona has a population of about 147,807 and Chico about 105,081. Pomona is considerably denser (6,596 people per square mile versus 2,976), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Pomona to Chico

Full-service estimate for 535 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,730	$2,120	$2,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,600	$3,170	$3,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,340	$5,290	$6,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,940	$8,460	$10,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,540	$11,630	$14,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$4,340–$6,450

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Pomona (origin)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1074419
MC: 446897
Based in: Pomona, CA 91768 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296394
MC: 1045263
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT: 1470669
MC: 555361
Based in: Chino, CA 91710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rge Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 523064
MC: 628016
Based in: Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (626) 960-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bigbear Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2914596
MC: 982493
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (626) 225-9640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardenas Markets LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2953855
MC: 1416618
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 923-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 628 movers in Pomona

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 Pomona to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,870 for a one-bedroom, $4,340 to $6,450 for a two-bedroom, $6,940 to $10,320 for a three-bedroom and $9,540 to $14,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Pomona?

About 535 road miles (453 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 55 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Pomona and Chico 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 Pomona to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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 Pomona–Chico corridor.