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Sedona, AZ → South Lake Tahoe, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Sedona to South Lake Tahoe

About 628 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,200–$6,250, delivery in 2–5 days, 14 carriers on the Sedona side and 11 in South Lake Tahoe.

  • 628 miroad distance
  • 11 h 32 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,200–$6,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 628 miles (532 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 32 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
14 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (7 interstate)

Reverse: South Lake Tahoe → Sedona

Moving from Sedona to South Lake Tahoe is a long-distance move of roughly 628 road miles, heading northwest 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 $4,200 to $6,250 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 32 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 11 around South Lake Tahoe (7 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 South Lake Tahoe.

Sedona has a population of about 10,000 and South Lake Tahoe about 21,000. South Lake Tahoe is the denser city (2,119 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 South Lake Tahoe

Full-service estimate for 628 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,680 $2,050 $2,500
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,520 $3,070 $3,750
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,200 $5,120 $6,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,720 $8,190 $10,000
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,240 $11,270 $13,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$950–$1,330

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$4,200–$6,250

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 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 South Lake Tahoe (destination)

Mv Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvt Express

USDOT
2507468
MC
869399
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (530) 318-5981 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lfod Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3940458
MC
1463269
Based in
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 799-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Witte

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9020658
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (540) 292-4356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rouse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412017
MC
1733322
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (775) 364-4513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilson Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Wilson Trucking Operations INC

USDOT
1835654
MC
665466
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (775) 265-2230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carson Valley Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Barry Elwood Jones

USDOT
384361
MC
228843
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (775) 782-7070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manuel Jimenez Jr DBA South Lake Tahoe Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2678760
MC
115986
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 523-3352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Way Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ricky Richardson

USDOT
3122663
MC
105518
Based in
Somerset, CA 95684 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (530) 622-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in South Lake Tahoe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sedona to South Lake Tahoe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,500 for a studio, $2,520 to $3,750 for a one-bedroom, $4,200 to $6,250 for a two-bedroom, $6,720 to $10,000 for a three-bedroom and $9,240 to $13,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Lake Tahoe from Sedona?

About 628 road miles (532 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 32 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 South Lake Tahoe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $950 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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–South Lake Tahoe corridor.