Santa Rosa, CA → Fairfield, CA · Local move

Movers from Santa Rosa to Fairfield

About 46 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,540–$2,290, delivery in 0–1 days, 88 carriers on the Santa Rosa side and 112 in Fairfield.

46 miroad distance
1 h 26 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,540–$2,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Rosa, California
To: Fairfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 46 miles (39 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 26 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 88 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Fairfield → Santa Rosa

Fairfield sits about 46 miles east of Santa Rosa, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a local move.

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 1 h 26 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,540 and $2,290, before packing or storage.

On the Santa Rosa side there are 88 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Fairfield (39 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 Fairfield.

Santa Rosa has a population of about 179,437 and Fairfield about 122,489. Santa Rosa is considerably denser (4,191 people per square mile versus 2,882), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Santa Rosa to Fairfield

Full-service estimate for 46 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$830	$1,020	$1,240
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$970	$1,180	$1,440
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,500	$4,270	$5,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$200–$280

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

Portable container

$1,060–$1,560

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

Full-service mover

$1,540–$2,290

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 Santa Rosa (origin)

Atech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1047145
MC: 437810
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 178 trucks, 229 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (707) 526-1910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Skikos INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2503797
MC: 867907
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (707) 575-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atech Warehousing & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 572472
MC: 278982
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (707) 526-1910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fresh Start Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4466174
MC: 1762013
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 490-4099 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Non Stop Towing Reliance Towing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Non Stop Towing INC

USDOT: 3029605
Based in: Petaluma, CA 94952 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (707) 584-7568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Celis Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2594954
MC: 921948
Based in: Petaluma, CA 94952 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 934-5590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1803378
MC: 679758
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 528-0328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Redwood Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3654349
MC: 1260854
Based in: Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (707) 545-2001 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 88 movers in Santa Rosa

Near Fairfield (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Deep Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2265911
MC: 775642
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (707) 718-0778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cassil Freight And Warehousing

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cassil Freight INC

USDOT: 405048
MC: 121842
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 437-7350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Van & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Metropolitan Van & Storage INC

USDOT: 222569
MC: 138536
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (707) 745-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & B Logistic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1195990
MC: 476562
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (707) 224-3657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3120644
MC: 87764
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (888) 889-6872 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Fairfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Rosa to Fairfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $830 to $1,240 for a studio, $970 to $1,440 for a one-bedroom, $1,540 to $2,290 for a two-bedroom, $2,360 to $3,510 for a three-bedroom and $3,500 to $5,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairfield from Santa Rosa?

About 46 road miles (39 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 26 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Santa Rosa and Fairfield 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 Santa Rosa to Fairfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,560. 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 Santa Rosa–Fairfield corridor.