Reno, NV

Portsmouth, NH → Reno, NV · Cross-country move

Movers from Portsmouth to Reno

About 2,976 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,730–$12,980, delivery in 7–14 days, 51 carriers on the Portsmouth side and 81 in Reno.

  • 2,976 miroad distance
  • 52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,730–$12,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,976 miles (2,522 straight-line)
Drive time
52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
51 (38 interstate)
Movers at destination
81 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Reno → Portsmouth

The route from Portsmouth, NH to Reno, NV covers roughly 2,976 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 $8,730 to $12,980 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Portsmouth side there are 51 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (38 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Reno (55 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 Reno.

Portsmouth has a population of about 23,000 and Reno about 283,621. Reno is the denser city (2,428 people per square mile versus 1,402 in Portsmouth), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Portsmouth to Reno

Full-service estimate for 2,976 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,490 $4,260 $5,190
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,240 $6,380 $7,790
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,730 $10,640 $12,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,960 $17,030 $20,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,200 $23,410 $28,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,110–$5,800

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

Portable container

$3,680–$5,410

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

Full-service mover

$8,730–$12,980

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Portsmouth (origin)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3152985
MC
105934
Based in
North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
361089
MC
249041
Based in
Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1761858
MC
644032
Based in
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2519075
MC
874927
Based in
Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1381627
MC
532837
Based in
North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
363252
MC
74451
Based in
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2874509
MC
1767324
Based in
Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4233288
MC
1638118
Based in
Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

Near Reno (destination)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1491614
MC
644134
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
363648
MC
222282
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245513
MC
1020268
Based in
Reno, NV 89501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
80232
MC
98286
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3387545
MC
1088202
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2473334
MC
855362
Based in
Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Two Men And A Truck Of Reno Nevada

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3303833
MC
1048274
Based in
Reno, NV 89511 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

O'Brien'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
30611
MC
109375
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 81 movers in Reno

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Portsmouth to Reno?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,490 to $5,190 for a studio, $5,240 to $7,790 for a one-bedroom, $8,730 to $12,980 for a two-bedroom, $13,960 to $20,770 for a three-bedroom and $19,200 to $28,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Reno from Portsmouth?

About 2,976 road miles (2,522 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 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 New Hampshire into Nevada 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 Portsmouth to Reno?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,110 to $5,800 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,680 to $5,410. 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 Portsmouth–Reno corridor.