Ukiah, CA

Redding, CA → Ukiah, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Redding to Ukiah

About 128 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,550–$3,790, delivery in 1–2 days, 37 carriers on the Redding side and 15 in Ukiah.

  • 128 miroad distance
  • 2 h 54 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,550–$3,7902-bedroom estimate
Photo: City of Ukiah - Dept. of Recreation · Public domain

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 128 miles (108 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 54 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
37 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination
15 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Ukiah → Redding

The route from Redding, CA to Ukiah, CA covers roughly 128 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 54 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,550 and $3,790, before packing or storage.

On the Redding side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (15 of them authorized for interstate work), and 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.

Redding has a population of about 94,000 and Ukiah about 17,000. Ukiah is the denser city (3,484 people per square mile versus 1,574 in Redding), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Redding to Ukiah

Full-service estimate for 128 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,550 $3,110 $3,790
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,080 $4,980 $6,070
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,610 $6,840 $8,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$400

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,670

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

Full-service mover

$2,550–$3,790

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 Redding (origin)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
451701
MC
244112
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2508854
MC
957782
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
919620
MC
872193
Based in
Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1630507
MC
601414
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3561809
MC
1365857
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1984331
MC
702567
Based in
Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4463432
MC
1799555
Based in
Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4355289
MC
1703491
Based in
Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 37 movers in Redding

Near Ukiah (destination)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1827764
MC
850930
Based in
Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2603700
Based in
Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3221898
Based in
Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4479802
MC
1769150
Based in
Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4324101
Based in
Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3299864
MC
1047841
Based in
Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2808819
MC
942674
Based in
Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4271838
MC
1659135
Based in
Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 15 movers in Ukiah

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Redding to Ukiah?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,550 to $3,790 for a two-bedroom, $4,080 to $6,070 for a three-bedroom and $5,610 to $8,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ukiah from Redding?

About 128 road miles (108 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Redding and Ukiah 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 Redding to Ukiah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,670. 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 Redding–Ukiah corridor.