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Vacaville, CA

Reno, NV → Vacaville, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Reno to Vacaville

About 166 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,500–$3,730, delivery in 1–2 days, 81 carriers on the Reno side and 96 in Vacaville.

  • 166 miroad distance
  • 3 h 34 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,500–$3,7302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 166 miles (140 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 34 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
81 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
96 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Vacaville → Reno

Vacaville sits about 166 miles southwest of Reno, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nevada to California that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,500 to $3,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 34 min.

On the Reno side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 96 around Vacaville (32 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 Vacaville.

Reno has a population of about 283,621 and Vacaville about 103,850. Vacaville is the denser city (3,424 people per square mile versus 2,428 in Reno), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Nevada, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Reno to Vacaville

Full-service estimate for 166 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,720 $2,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,500 $1,830 $2,240
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,730
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,010 $4,890 $5,960
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,510 $6,720 $8,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$450

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,500–$3,730

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Reno, NV → Vacaville, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Reno (origin)

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
Call (775) 420-4774 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (775) 856-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (775) 225-0577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Renorelo Worldwide LLC

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
Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (775) 830-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Reno Nevada

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ra Moving LLC

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
Call (775) 525-5973 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (775) 359-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Reno

Near Vacaville (destination)

R Deep Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2265911
MC
775642
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (707) 718-0778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cassil Freight And Warehousing

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cassil Freight INC

USDOT
405048
MC
121842
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (707) 437-7350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Van & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Metropolitan Van & Storage INC

USDOT
222569
MC
138536
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1982
Call (707) 745-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & B Logistic INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1195990
MC
476562
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (707) 224-3657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3120644
MC
87764
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (888) 889-6872 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gm Towing & Automotive

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Gm Towing And Automotive INC

USDOT
2919432
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (707) 437-2989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dhaliwal Trucking INC

USDOT
2473260
MC
855329
Based in
Dixon, CA 95620 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (707) 249-4992 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Straight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3442474
MC
1128355
Based in
Dixon, CA 95620 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (916) 917-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Vacaville

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,500 to $2,240 for a one-bedroom, $2,500 to $3,730 for a two-bedroom, $4,010 to $5,960 for a three-bedroom and $5,510 to $8,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vacaville from Reno?

About 166 road miles (140 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 34 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Nevada 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 Reno to Vacaville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Reno–Vacaville corridor.