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Richmond, CA → Providence, RI · Cross-country move

Movers from Richmond to Providence

About 3,156 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,880–$14,690, delivery in 7–14 days, 252 carriers on the Richmond side and 330 in Providence.

  • 3,156 miroad distance
  • 55 hours (7 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,880–$14,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,156 miles (2,674 straight-line)
Drive time
55 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
252 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination
330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Richmond

Providence sits about 3,156 miles east of Richmond, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Rhode Island 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 $9,880 to $14,690 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 55 hours (7 driving days).

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 330 around Providence (253 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 Providence.

Richmond has a population of about 114,861 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 3,869 in Richmond), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Rhode Island than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Richmond to Providence

Full-service estimate for 3,156 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,950 $4,820 $5,880
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,930 $7,230 $8,820
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,880 $12,040 $14,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,800 $19,270 $23,510
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,730 $26,500 $32,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,440–$6,270

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

Portable container

$3,840–$5,640

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

Full-service mover

$9,880–$14,690

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Richmond, CA → Providence, RI. 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 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
Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

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
Call (510) 625-1900 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

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
Call (415) 459-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Btw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgeport Transportation & Warehousing INC

USDOT
1110324
MC
452601
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 251-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ab Trucking Ops

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oakland Port Services Corporation

USDOT
663960
MC
310575
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (510) 835-0930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steinel Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Kaylee Lynn Stein

USDOT
3416341
Based in
San Francisco, CA 94102 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (415) 890-5873 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 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Richmond

Near Providence (destination)

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Unfi Transport LLC

USDOT
179097
MC
308546
Based in
Providence, RI 02903 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,222 trucks, 2,520 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (603) 851-9461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cvs Health

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cvs Transportation LLC

USDOT
612151
MC
294309
Based in
Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
322 trucks, 342 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (937) 430-1863 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castle Family Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3934248
MC
1459148
Based in
Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
91 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (223) 260-9934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rivas Linehaul INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3086040
MC
69304
Based in
Cranston, RI 02905 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (347) 691-4149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jireh Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3365162
MC
1078255
Based in
Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (401) 258-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delivery Management Services INC

USDOT
1432058
MC
541084
Based in
Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (401) 649-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
106974
MC
133272
Based in
Cranston, RI 02921 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (401) 427-1184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2782376
MC
926696
Based in
North Attleborough, MA 02760 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (508) 905-9134 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Providence

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,950 to $5,880 for a studio, $5,930 to $8,820 for a one-bedroom, $9,880 to $14,690 for a two-bedroom, $15,800 to $23,510 for a three-bedroom and $21,730 to $32,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Richmond?

About 3,156 road miles (2,674 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 55 hours (7 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 California into Rhode Island 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 Richmond to Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,440 to $6,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,840 to $5,640. 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–Providence corridor.