Raleigh, NC → Vallejo, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Raleigh to Vallejo

About 2,821 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,820–$13,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 147 in Vallejo.

2,821 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,820–$13,1302-bedroom estimate

Photo: Sanfranman59 · CC BY-SA 3.0

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Raleigh, North Carolina
To: Vallejo, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,821 miles (2,391 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Vallejo → Raleigh

Vallejo sits about 2,821 miles west of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,820 to $13,130 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 147 around Vallejo (47 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 Vallejo.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Vallejo about 123,287. Vallejo is the denser city (4,148 people per square mile versus 3,179 in Raleigh), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Vallejo

Full-service estimate for 2,821 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,530	$4,300	$5,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,290	$6,460	$7,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,820	$10,760	$13,130
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,120	$17,210	$21,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,410	$23,670	$28,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$8,820–$13,130

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → Vallejo, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

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 Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT: 1534531
MC: 648624
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3434201
MC: 1114105
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT: 917428
MC: 397148
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT: 2574332
MC: 935064
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3996385
MC: 1500731
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

Near Vallejo (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT: 1200199
MC: 478412
Based in: El Cerrito, CA 94530 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocd Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ocd Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2597230
MC: 911812
Based in: San Pablo, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (510) 375-3844 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Bay Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576093
MC: 1206285
Based in: Pinole, CA 94564 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (510) 839-2516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Vallejo

Related routes

Other destinations from Raleigh

Other origins to Vallejo

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Vallejo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,530 to $5,250 for a studio, $5,290 to $7,880 for a one-bedroom, $8,820 to $13,130 for a two-bedroom, $14,120 to $21,000 for a three-bedroom and $19,410 to $28,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vallejo from Raleigh?

About 2,821 road miles (2,391 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 North Carolina 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 Raleigh to Vallejo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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 Raleigh–Vallejo corridor.