Richmond, CA → Sparks, NV · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Richmond to Sparks

About 214 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,700–$4,020, delivery in 1–2 days, 252 carriers on the Richmond side and 90 in Sparks.

214 miroad distance
4 h 23 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,700–$4,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Richmond, California
To: Sparks, Nevada
Road distance: ≈ 214 miles (181 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 23 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 252 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination: 90 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Sparks → Richmond

Sparks sits about 214 miles northeast of Richmond, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Nevada 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 $2,700 to $4,020 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 4 h 23 min.

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 90 around Sparks (62 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 Sparks.

Richmond has a population of about 114,861 and Sparks about 111,902. The two cities have comparable density (3,869 and 2,979 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Nevada than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Richmond to Sparks

Full-service estimate for 214 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,620	$1,980	$2,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,700	$3,300	$4,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,330	$5,270	$6,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,950	$7,250	$8,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,700–$4,020

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

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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 Sparks (destination)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1491614
MC: 644134
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (6 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 (6 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 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mountain Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 832560
MC: 224896
Based in: Sparks, NV 89434 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (775) 342-0414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 80232
MC: 98286
Based in: Sparks, NV 89431 (3 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 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Tilt Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3010394
MC: 28785
Based in: Reno, NV 89521 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (775) 300-6060 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

All 90 movers in Sparks

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,620 to $2,410 for a one-bedroom, $2,700 to $4,020 for a two-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,430 for a three-bedroom and $5,950 to $8,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sparks from Richmond?

About 214 road miles (181 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 23 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 California into Nevada 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 Sparks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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–Sparks corridor.