Saginaw, MI → Ukiah, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Saginaw to Ukiah

About 2,408 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,100–$12,050, delivery in 7–14 days, 87 carriers on the Saginaw side and 15 in Ukiah.

2,408 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,100–$12,0502-bedroom estimate

Photo: City of Ukiah - Dept. of Recreation · Public domain

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Route summary

From: Saginaw, Michigan
To: Ukiah, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,408 miles (2,041 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 87 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Ukiah → Saginaw

The route from Saginaw, MI to Ukiah, CA covers roughly 2,408 miles by road, a west-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 $8,100 to $12,050 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 42 hours (5 driving days).

On the Saginaw side there are 87 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.

Saginaw has a population of about 44,000 and Ukiah about 17,000. Ukiah is the denser city (3,484 people per square mile versus 2,586 in Saginaw), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Saginaw to Ukiah

Full-service estimate for 2,408 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,240	$3,950	$4,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,860	$5,930	$7,230
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,100	$9,880	$12,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,960	$15,800	$19,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,820	$21,730	$26,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,370–$4,760

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$8,100–$12,050

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Saginaw (origin)

Ground Zero Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1328076
MC: 804002
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (989) 401-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956614
MC: 963910
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48603 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (989) 399-0385 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & M Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 539473
MC: 268845
Based in: Reese, MI 48757 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (989) 868-9746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tri-City

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Tri-City INC

USDOT: 3834093
MC: 1391917
Based in: Bay City, MI 48706 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 895-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

O&r Transports LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3955048
MC: 1473193
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 280-2452 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&l Trucking And Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3862307
MC: 1411305
Based in: Bridgeport, MI 48722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 392-3656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mwp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2388910
MC: 821048
Based in: Carrollton, MI 48724 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (321) 482-3070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooks Freight & Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loyalty Entertainment LLC

USDOT: 4342386
MC: 1706836
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (313) 326-1636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 87 movers in Saginaw

Near Ukiah (destination)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT: 1827764
MC: 850930
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT: 2603700
Based in: Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3221898
Based in: Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4479802
MC: 1769150
Based in: Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4324101
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299864
MC: 1047841
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT: 2808819
MC: 942674
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4271838
MC: 1659135
Based in: Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Saginaw to Ukiah?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,240 to $4,820 for a studio, $4,860 to $7,230 for a one-bedroom, $8,100 to $12,050 for a two-bedroom, $12,960 to $19,280 for a three-bedroom and $17,820 to $26,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ukiah from Saginaw?

About 2,408 road miles (2,041 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 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 Michigan into California 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 Saginaw to Ukiah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,370 to $4,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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 Saginaw–Ukiah corridor.