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Yonkers, NY

Richmond, CA → Yonkers, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Richmond to Yonkers

About 3,024 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,210–$15,190, delivery in 7–14 days, 252 carriers on the Richmond side and 2,152 in Yonkers.

  • 3,024 miroad distance
  • 52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,210–$15,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,024 miles (2,562 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
2,152 (1,091 interstate)

Reverse: Yonkers → Richmond

The route from Richmond, CA to Yonkers, NY covers roughly 3,024 miles by road, a east-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 $10,210 to $15,190 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 2,152 around Yonkers (1,091 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 Yonkers.

Richmond has a population of about 114,861 and Yonkers about 212,603. Yonkers is the denser city (11,754 people per square mile versus 3,869 in Richmond), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Richmond to Yonkers

Full-service estimate for 3,024 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,080 $4,980 $6,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,130 $7,470 $9,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,210 $12,450 $15,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $16,340 $19,930 $24,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $22,470 $27,400 $33,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,160–$5,870

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

Portable container

$3,720–$5,470

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

Full-service mover

$10,210–$15,190

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.

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 Yonkers (destination)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT
1854436
MC
671325
Based in
New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
86580
MC
729893
Based in
Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2882215
MC
967265
Based in
Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT
2369201
MC
871974
Based in
Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
936988
MC
1624316
Based in
Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT
25982
MC
134689
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,080 to $6,080 for a studio, $6,130 to $9,120 for a one-bedroom, $10,210 to $15,190 for a two-bedroom, $16,340 to $24,310 for a three-bedroom and $22,470 to $33,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yonkers from Richmond?

About 3,024 road miles (2,562 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 York 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 Yonkers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,160 to $5,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,720 to $5,470. 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–Yonkers corridor.