Bakersfield, CA

Pueblo, CO → Bakersfield, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pueblo to Bakersfield

About 970 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,300–$7,880, delivery in 2–5 days, 44 carriers on the Pueblo side and 270 in Bakersfield.

  • 970 miroad distance
  • 17 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,300–$7,8802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 970 miles (822 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (20 interstate)
Movers at destination
270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Pueblo

Bakersfield sits about 970 miles west of Pueblo, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to California 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 $5,300 to $7,880 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 17 h 25 min.

On the Pueblo side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (20 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Pueblo has a population of about 110,404 and Bakersfield about 422,165. Bakersfield is the denser city (2,693 people per square mile versus 2,019 in Pueblo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Pueblo to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 970 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,120 $2,580 $3,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,730
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,300 $6,460 $7,880
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,480 $10,340 $12,610
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,660 $14,220 $17,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$5,300–$7,880

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 Pueblo (origin)

Plh Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1828818
MC
663370
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Port 2 Port

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782812
MC
1354776
Based in
Pueblo West, CO 81007 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Hodortransports

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258714
MC
1651938
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Faith Bros Connex LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258773
MC
1651974
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Clc Truckin

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2099889
MC
732429
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Dams Truckingtransportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3967383
MC
1672464
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Brandon Elam Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1734401
MC
635320
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81003 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Lokono Industries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4133054
MC
1583051
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 44 movers in Pueblo

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1662332
MC
611291
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2532550
MC
880258
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
145059
MC
1418017
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1835079
MC
665263
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2051219
MC
762376
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
836260
MC
457298
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4394496
MC
1724252
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1587174
MC
587583
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pueblo to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,120 to $3,150 for a studio, $3,180 to $4,730 for a one-bedroom, $5,300 to $7,880 for a two-bedroom, $8,480 to $12,610 for a three-bedroom and $11,660 to $17,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Pueblo?

About 970 road miles (822 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 25 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Colorado 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 Pueblo to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,770. 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 Pueblo–Bakersfield corridor.