San Diego, CA → Stockton, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from San Diego to Stockton

About 504 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,240–$6,310, delivery in 2–5 days, 626 carriers on the San Diego side and 394 in Stockton.

504 miroad distance
9 h 23 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,240–$6,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: San Diego, California
To: Stockton, California
Road distance: ≈ 504 miles (427 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 23 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 626 (217 interstate)
Movers at destination: 394 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Stockton → San Diego

Moving from San Diego to Stockton is a long-distance move of roughly 504 road miles, heading northwest within California.

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 $4,240 to $6,310 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 23 min.

On the San Diego side there are 626 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (217 of them authorized for interstate work), and 394 around Stockton (222 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 Stockton.

San Diego has a population of about 1.4 million and Stockton about 324,597. The two cities have comparable density (4,256 and 5,158 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from San Diego to Stockton

Full-service estimate for 504 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,700	$2,070	$2,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,240	$5,170	$6,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,780	$8,270	$10,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,330	$11,380	$13,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$820–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,160

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

Full-service mover

$4,240–$6,310

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near San Diego (origin)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296634
MC: 1044843
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (619) 991-9424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ackley Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1868365
MC: 675281
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (858) 735-9587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lovejoy'S Family Moving INC

USDOT: 3369820
MC: 778208
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91914 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (951) 541-6710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstate Van & Storage INC

USDOT: 692879
MC: 321079
Based in: Poway, CA 92064 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (858) 746-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sullivan Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 56181
MC: 127405
Based in: San Diego, CA 92111 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (253) 395-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 626 movers in San Diego

Near Stockton (destination)

Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking INC

USDOT: 2305079
MC: 840320
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (877) 311-6541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 637981
MC: 299293
Based in: Stockton, CA 95206 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT: 629200
MC: 363697
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 858-1124 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sun Freight Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1775667
MC: 647920
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Judge Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Greenway Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1977170
MC: 699164
Based in: Lodi, CA 95240 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (209) 488-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmm Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1752707
MC: 641421
Based in: Stockton, CA 95207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 616-7788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Champion Transportation INC

USDOT: 1606160
MC: 593968
Based in: Stockton, CA 95215 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (800) 317-9217 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diamond Transportation Logistic INC

USDOT: 1253764
MC: 488761
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (209) 462-4620 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 394 movers in Stockton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from San Diego to Stockton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,520 for a studio, $2,540 to $3,790 for a one-bedroom, $4,240 to $6,310 for a two-bedroom, $6,780 to $10,090 for a three-bedroom and $9,330 to $13,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stockton from San Diego?

About 504 road miles (427 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 San Diego and Stockton 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 San Diego to Stockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $820 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,160. 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 San Diego–Stockton corridor.