South Lake Tahoe, CA → Concord, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from South Lake Tahoe to Concord

About 151 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,650–$3,950, delivery in 1–2 days, 11 carriers on the South Lake Tahoe side and 152 in Concord.

151 miroad distance
3 h 18 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,650–$3,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: South Lake Tahoe, California
To: Concord, California
Road distance: ≈ 151 miles (128 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 18 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 11 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (49 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → South Lake Tahoe

Moving from South Lake Tahoe to Concord is a regional long-distance move of roughly 151 road miles, heading southwest within 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 $2,650 to $3,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 18 min.

On the South Lake Tahoe side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Concord (49 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 Concord.

South Lake Tahoe has a population of about 21,000 and Concord about 123,261. Concord is the denser city (4,098 people per square mile versus 2,119 in South Lake Tahoe), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from South Lake Tahoe to Concord

Full-service estimate for 151 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,590	$1,940	$2,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,650	$3,240	$3,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,250	$5,180	$6,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,840	$7,120	$8,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$430

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,650–$3,950

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 South Lake Tahoe (origin)

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

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Near Concord (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460243
MC: 1129236
Based in: Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1659739
MC: 610530
Based in: Concord, CA 94520 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 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 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Concord

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Concord: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,370 for a one-bedroom, $2,650 to $3,950 for a two-bedroom, $4,250 to $6,320 for a three-bedroom and $5,840 to $8,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from South Lake Tahoe?

About 151 road miles (128 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 18 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

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

No. Because both South Lake Tahoe and Concord 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 South Lake Tahoe to Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,700. 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 South Lake Tahoe–Concord corridor.