Elk Grove, CA

Pueblo, CO → Elk Grove, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pueblo to Elk Grove

About 1,071 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,590–$8,320, delivery in 3–7 days, 44 carriers on the Pueblo side and 571 in Elk Grove.

  • 1,071 miroad distance
  • 19 h 10 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,590–$8,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,071 miles (908 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 10 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (20 interstate)
Movers at destination
571 (310 interstate)

Reverse: Elk Grove → Pueblo

Elk Grove sits about 1,071 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 $5,590 to $8,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 10 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 571 around Elk Grove (310 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 Elk Grove.

Pueblo has a population of about 110,404 and Elk Grove about 185,007. Elk Grove is the denser city (4,193 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 Elk Grove

Full-service estimate for 1,071 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,240 $2,730 $3,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,590 $6,820 $8,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,950 $10,910 $13,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,300 $15,000 $18,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

Portable container

$1,980–$2,910

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

Full-service mover

$5,590–$8,320

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 Elk Grove (destination)

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2147715
MC
799201
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate
USDOT
700726
MC
1528623
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95826 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1352052
MC
515740
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95827 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Kolesnikov Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2884674
MC
968513
Based in
Carmichael, CA 95608 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

On The Spot Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3468186
MC
1134665
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
33 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Colonial Van & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2973
MC
127007
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95828 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Greenline Express Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1454615
MC
549687
Based in
Sacramento, CA 95815 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

North American Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2340489
MC
799192
Based in
Elk Grove, CA 95624 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 571 movers in Elk Grove

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pueblo to Elk Grove?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,240 to $3,330 for a studio, $3,350 to $4,990 for a one-bedroom, $5,590 to $8,320 for a two-bedroom, $8,950 to $13,310 for a three-bedroom and $12,300 to $18,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elk Grove from Pueblo?

About 1,071 road miles (908 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Elk Grove?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,980 to $2,910. 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–Elk Grove corridor.