Richmond, CA → Woodbridge, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Richmond to Woodbridge

About 3,005 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,890–$14,710, delivery in 7–14 days, 252 carriers on the Richmond side and 812 in Woodbridge.

3,005 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,890–$14,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Richmond, California
To: Woodbridge, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 3,005 miles (2,546 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 252 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination: 812 (558 interstate)

Reverse: Woodbridge → Richmond

Woodbridge sits about 3,005 miles east of Richmond, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Jersey 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 $9,890 to $14,710 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 52 hours (6 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 812 around Woodbridge (558 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 Woodbridge.

Richmond has a population of about 114,861 and Woodbridge about 104,802. The two cities have comparable density (3,869 and 4,448 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey 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 Woodbridge

Full-service estimate for 3,005 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,930	$7,230	$8,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,890	$12,060	$14,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,820	$19,290	$23,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,750	$26,520	$32,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,140–$5,840

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

Portable container

$3,700–$5,440

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

Full-service mover

$9,890–$14,710

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 Woodbridge (destination)

Budd Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185771
MC: 152533
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 627-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P I Transport Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 259466
MC: 165923
Based in: Edison, NJ 08817 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 102 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (732) 819-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Packaging Exchange INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4031162
MC: 1670307
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (800) 950-0083 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 912877
MC: 472409
Based in: Port Newark, NJ 07114 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 84 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (973) 465-5310 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inzone Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3220960
MC: 1008026
Based in: Aberdeen, NJ 07747 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 250 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (917) 434-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547419
MC: 1186779
Based in: South Plainfiel, NJ 07080 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (718) 354-5836 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2180117
MC: 919428
Based in: Staten Island, NY 10301 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (718) 600-3482 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 812 movers in Woodbridge

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Woodbridge accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,950 to $5,880 for a studio, $5,930 to $8,830 for a one-bedroom, $9,890 to $14,710 for a two-bedroom, $15,820 to $23,530 for a three-bedroom and $21,750 to $32,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Woodbridge from Richmond?

About 3,005 road miles (2,546 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 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 New Jersey 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 Woodbridge?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,140 to $5,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,700 to $5,440. 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–Woodbridge corridor.