Sedona, AZ → Encinitas, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Sedona to Encinitas

About 398 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,420–$5,090, delivery in 1–3 days, 14 carriers on the Sedona side and 142 in Encinitas.

398 miroad distance
7 h 34 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,420–$5,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sedona, Arizona
To: Encinitas, California
Road distance: ≈ 398 miles (337 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 14 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Encinitas → Sedona

Moving from Sedona to Encinitas is a regional long-distance move of roughly 398 road miles, heading west from Arizona to 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 $3,420 to $5,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 34 min.

On the Sedona side there are 14 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Encinitas (33 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 Encinitas.

Sedona has a population of about 10,000 and Encinitas about 61,000. Encinitas is the denser city (3,254 people per square mile versus 530 in Sedona), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Sedona to Encinitas

Full-service estimate for 398 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,050	$2,500	$3,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,420	$4,170	$5,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,470	$6,680	$8,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,530	$9,180	$11,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$560–$790

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

Portable container

$1,380–$2,020

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

Full-service mover

$3,420–$5,090

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Sedona (origin)

Baja Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3883246
MC: 1432130
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Movers US LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333073
MC: 1692039
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (712) 223-5888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Squeaky Clean Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Squeaky Clean Services

USDOT: 4045982
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86351 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 367-4848 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Wright Tree Service

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2084829
Based in: Cornville, AZ 86325 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (928) 634-4504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thanks For The Help LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3117138
MC: 85905
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (928) 499-7697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Orange Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2554166
MC: 975393
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 202-4141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Archer Express LLC

USDOT: 1858213
MC: 691171
Based in: Clarkdale, AZ 86324 (18 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 639-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Towing & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Seven Arrows LLC

USDOT: 1421463
MC: 537593
Based in: Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 567-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 14 movers in Sedona

Near Encinitas (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pack & Crate Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 34546
MC: 136200
Based in: Escondido, CA 92025 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (909) 780-1073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Barak Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4100368
MC: 1564012
Based in: San Diego, CA 92121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (619) 856-6127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grizzly Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642040
MC: 920877
Based in: San Diego, CA 92126 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 474-9959 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Encinitas

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sedona to Encinitas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $2,050 to $3,050 for a one-bedroom, $3,420 to $5,090 for a two-bedroom, $5,470 to $8,140 for a three-bedroom and $7,530 to $11,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Encinitas from Sedona?

About 398 road miles (337 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arizona 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 Sedona to Encinitas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,020. 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 Sedona–Encinitas corridor.