Roseville, CA → San Jose, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Roseville to San Jose

About 124 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,770, delivery in 1–2 days, 721 carriers on the Roseville side and 484 in San Jose.

124 miroad distance
2 h 50 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Roseville, California
To: San Jose, California
Road distance: ≈ 124 miles (105 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 50 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 721 (423 interstate)
Movers at destination: 484 (125 interstate)

Reverse: San Jose → Roseville

The route from Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA covers roughly 124 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the short-haul 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 2 h 50 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,530 and $3,770, before packing or storage.

On the Roseville side there are 721 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (423 of them authorized for interstate work), and 484 around San Jose (125 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 San Jose.

Roseville has a population of about 167,302 and San Jose about 989,814. San Jose is the denser city (5,683 people per square mile versus 3,351 in Roseville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Roseville to San Jose

Full-service estimate for 124 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,570	$6,790	$8,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,530–$3,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Roseville (origin)

Svb Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2148443
MC: 769666
Based in: Citrus Heights, CA 95621 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 119 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 735-5760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmp Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kmp Transport INC

USDOT: 2780515
MC: 925803
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95834 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 265-0762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Divine Enterprises

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1134917
MC: 461462
Based in: Rocklin, CA 95765 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 164 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (916) 781-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joe'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Joe'S Logistics INC

USDOT: 1380891
MC: 526609
Based in: Rio Linda, CA 95673 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (530) 510-0452 Route Verify on FMCSA

Registan INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3872360
MC: 1418146
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (916) 620-5051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1793303
MC: 652796
Based in: Rocklin, CA 95765 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (916) 520-0707 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Tran Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076183
MC: 64026
Based in: Roseville, CA 95747 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (916) 345-3455 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Way Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2792231
MC: 931554
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 837-7626 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 721 movers in Roseville

Near San Jose (destination)

Legacy Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2043462
MC: 716505
Based in: San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (408) 213-6326 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389468
MC: 1089109
Based in: San Jose, CA 95126 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crew Point Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3462710
MC: 96075878
Based in: San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 44 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (408) 601-0416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eloka Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3455711
MC: 1126373
Based in: San Jose, CA 95125 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (408) 500-8852 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT: 2974713
MC: 10809
Based in: San Jose, CA 95131 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trident Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Shefali Toor

USDOT: 2641089
MC: 920395
Based in: San Jose, CA 95133 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (408) 455-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amber Transportation Group INC

USDOT: 1038505
MC: 426960
Based in: Milpitas, CA 95035 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (408) 935-9115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3247717
MC: 1021407
Based in: Santa Clara, CA 95050 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 484 movers in San Jose

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Roseville and San Jose is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in San Jose with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Roseville to San Jose?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,770 for a two-bedroom, $4,050 to $6,030 for a three-bedroom and $5,570 to $8,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Jose from Roseville?

About 124 road miles (105 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 50 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.

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

No. Because both Roseville and San Jose 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 Roseville to San Jose?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Roseville–San Jose corridor.