Sacramento, CA → Lakewood, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Sacramento to Lakewood

About 2,947 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,780–$14,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 747 carriers on the Sacramento side and 171 in Lakewood.

2,947 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,780–$14,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sacramento, California
To: Lakewood, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,947 miles (2,498 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 747 (421 interstate)
Movers at destination: 171 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Sacramento

Lakewood sits about 2,947 miles east of Sacramento, 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 $9,780 to $14,550 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Sacramento side there are 747 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (421 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.

Sacramento has a population of about 536,449 and Lakewood about 143,765. The two cities have comparable density (5,324 and 5,472 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 Sacramento to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 2,947 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,910	$4,770	$5,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,870	$7,150	$8,730
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,780	$11,920	$14,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,640	$19,080	$23,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,510	$26,230	$32,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,080–$5,760

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

Portable container

$3,650–$5,370

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

Full-service mover

$9,780–$14,550

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 Sacramento (origin)

Svb Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2148443
MC: 769666
Based in: Citrus Heights, CA 95621 (12 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 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 265-0762 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 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (530) 510-0452 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skylink Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2147715
MC: 799201
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 668-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Registan INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3872360
MC: 1418146
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (916) 620-5051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grocery Outlet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grocery Outlet INC

USDOT: 700726
MC: 1528623
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95826 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (510) 338-4218 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rotex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1352052
MC: 515740
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95827 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (916) 363-3115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Way Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2792231
MC: 931554
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 837-7626 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 747 movers in Sacramento

Near Lakewood (destination)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT: 2444229
MC: 843377
Based in: Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3681572
MC: 1280785
Based in: Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT: 774963
MC: 431356
Based in: Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 285934
MC: 190852
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1038738
MC: 444372
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2969363
MC: 9229
Based in: Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT: 4064194
MC: 1542693
Based in: Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sacramento to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,910 to $5,820 for a studio, $5,870 to $8,730 for a one-bedroom, $9,780 to $14,550 for a two-bedroom, $15,640 to $23,270 for a three-bedroom and $21,510 to $32,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Sacramento?

About 2,947 road miles (2,498 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Sacramento to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,080 to $5,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,650 to $5,370. 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 Sacramento–Lakewood corridor.