Sedona, AZ → Modesto, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Sedona to Modesto

About 646 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,250–$6,320, delivery in 2–5 days, 14 carriers on the Sedona side and 392 in Modesto.

646 miroad distance
11 h 50 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,250–$6,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sedona, Arizona
To: Modesto, California
Road distance: ≈ 646 miles (548 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 50 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 14 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 392 (205 interstate)

Reverse: Modesto → Sedona

Modesto sits about 646 miles northwest of Sedona, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,250 to $6,320 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 11 h 50 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 392 around Modesto (205 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 Modesto.

Sedona has a population of about 10,000 and Modesto about 219,652. Modesto is the denser city (5,081 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 Modesto

Full-service estimate for 646 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,700	$2,070	$2,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,250	$5,180	$6,320
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,800	$8,290	$10,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,350	$11,400	$13,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$960–$1,360

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

Portable container

$1,600–$2,350

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

Full-service mover

$4,250–$6,320

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 Modesto (destination)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2611556
MC: 22572
Based in: Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3280009
MC: 1036884
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357829
MC: 520713
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2581361
MC: 903865
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4521889
Based in: Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 145920
MC: 147824
Based in: Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2141804
MC: 745315
Based in: Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896438
MC: 973484
Based in: Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,530 for a studio, $2,550 to $3,790 for a one-bedroom, $4,250 to $6,320 for a two-bedroom, $6,800 to $10,120 for a three-bedroom and $9,350 to $13,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Modesto from Sedona?

About 646 road miles (548 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 50 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.

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 Modesto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $960 to $1,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,600 to $2,350. 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–Modesto corridor.