Fremont, CA

Richmond, CA → Fremont, CA · Local move

Movers from Richmond to Fremont

About 46 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,540–$2,290, delivery in 0–1 days, 252 carriers on the Richmond side and 599 in Fremont.

  • 46 miroad distance
  • 1 h 26 mindriving time
  • 0–1 daysdelivery window
  • $1,540–$2,2902-bedroom estimate
Photo: Oleg Alexandrov · CC BY-SA 3.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 46 miles (39 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 26 min
Delivery window
0–1 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
252 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination
599 (168 interstate)

Reverse: Fremont → Richmond

The route from Richmond, CA to Fremont, CA covers roughly 46 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the local 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 1 h 26 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,540 and $2,290, before packing or storage.

On the Richmond side there are 252 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (86 of them authorized for interstate work), and 599 around Fremont (168 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 Fremont.

Richmond has a population of about 114,861 and Fremont about 226,442. Richmond is considerably denser (3,869 people per square mile versus 2,944), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Richmond to Fremont

Full-service estimate for 46 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $830 $1,020 $1,240
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $970 $1,180 $1,440
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,360 $2,880 $3,510
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,500 $4,270 $5,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$200–$280

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

Portable container

$1,060–$1,560

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

Full-service mover

$1,540–$2,290

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 Richmond (origin)

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

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

Earl Farnsworth Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1854601
MC
722903
Based in
San Rafael, CA 94901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Btw

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1110324
MC
452601
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Ab Trucking Ops

Licensed interstate
USDOT
663960
MC
310575
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Steinel Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3416341
Based in
San Francisco, CA 94102 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1200199
MC
478412
Based in
El Cerrito, CA 94530 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 252 movers in Richmond

Near Fremont (destination)

Legacy Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2043462
MC
716505
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389468
MC
1089109
Based in
San Jose, CA 95126 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crew Point Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3462710
MC
96075878
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
44 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251388
MC
1023623
Based in
Fremont, CA 94538 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Eloka Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3455711
MC
1126373
Based in
San Jose, CA 95125 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1844592
MC
670818
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3488549
MC
1147342
Based in
Newark, CA 94560 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 599 movers in Fremont

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Richmond to Fremont?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $830 to $1,240 for a studio, $970 to $1,440 for a one-bedroom, $1,540 to $2,290 for a two-bedroom, $2,360 to $3,510 for a three-bedroom and $3,500 to $5,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fremont from Richmond?

About 46 road miles (39 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 26 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Richmond and Fremont 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 Richmond to Fremont?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,560. 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 Richmond–Fremont corridor.