Richardson, TX → Modesto, CA · Cross-country move
About 1,656 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,810–$10,130, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 392 in Modesto.
The route from Richardson, TX to Modesto, CA covers roughly 1,656 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.
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 $6,810 to $10,130 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).
On the Richardson side there are 1,078 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (453 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Modesto (205 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 Modesto.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Modesto about 219,652. The two cities have comparable density (4,177 and 5,081 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,720 | $3,320 | $4,050 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,090 | $4,980 | $6,080 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,810 | $8,310 | $10,130 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $10,900 | $13,290 | $16,220 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $14,990 | $18,280 | $22,300 |
$2,300–$3,250
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,500–$3,670
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,810–$10,130
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
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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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,720 to $4,050 for a studio, $4,090 to $6,080 for a one-bedroom, $6,810 to $10,130 for a two-bedroom, $10,900 to $16,220 for a three-bedroom and $14,990 to $22,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,656 road miles (1,403 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,500 to $3,670. 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.
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 Richardson–Modesto corridor.