Savannah, GA → Sacramento, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Savannah to Sacramento

About 2,710 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,670–$12,890, delivery in 7–14 days, 285 carriers on the Savannah side and 747 in Sacramento.

2,710 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,670–$12,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Savannah, Georgia
To: Sacramento, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,710 miles (2,297 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 285 (170 interstate)
Movers at destination: 747 (421 interstate)

Reverse: Sacramento → Savannah

Sacramento sits about 2,710 miles northwest of Savannah, which makes this an interstate relocation from Georgia to California 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 $8,670 to $12,890 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 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Savannah side there are 285 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (170 of them authorized for interstate work), and 747 around Sacramento (421 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 Sacramento.

Savannah has a population of about 149,440 and Sacramento about 536,449. Sacramento is the denser city (5,324 people per square mile versus 1,384 in Savannah), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Georgia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Savannah to Sacramento

Full-service estimate for 2,710 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,470	$4,230	$5,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,200	$6,340	$7,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,670	$10,570	$12,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,870	$16,910	$20,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,070	$23,250	$28,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,830–$5,410

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

Portable container

$3,440–$5,060

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

Full-service mover

$8,670–$12,890

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Savannah (origin)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4329850
MC: 1690402
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (912) 940-6386 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1716174
MC: 629425
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (912) 629-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2422038
MC: 82976
Based in: Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (912) 748-7638 Route Verify on FMCSA

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Port City Logistics INC

USDOT: 949323
MC: 519914
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (912) 298-7150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2023162
MC: 711530
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (912) 450-0202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814696
MC: 222137
Based in: Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (912) 964-1303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3176566
MC: 122866
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 483-1443 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261996
MC: 178110
Based in: Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (912) 232-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 285 movers in Savannah

Near Sacramento (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,470 to $5,160 for a studio, $5,200 to $7,740 for a one-bedroom, $8,670 to $12,890 for a two-bedroom, $13,870 to $20,630 for a three-bedroom and $19,070 to $28,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sacramento from Savannah?

About 2,710 road miles (2,297 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Georgia 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 Savannah to Sacramento?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,830 to $5,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,440 to $5,060. 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 Savannah–Sacramento corridor.