Spartanburg, SC → Ukiah, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Spartanburg to Ukiah

About 2,685 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,510–$12,660, delivery in 7–14 days, 206 carriers on the Spartanburg side and 15 in Ukiah.

2,685 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,510–$12,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spartanburg, South Carolina
To: Ukiah, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,685 miles (2,275 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 206 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Ukiah → Spartanburg

Moving from Spartanburg to Ukiah is a cross-country move of roughly 2,685 road miles, heading west from South Carolina 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 $8,510 to $12,660 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 Spartanburg side there are 206 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (159 of them authorized for interstate work), and 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.

Spartanburg has a population of about 39,000 and Ukiah about 17,000. Ukiah is the denser city (3,484 people per square mile versus 1,912 in Spartanburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Spartanburg to Ukiah

Full-service estimate for 2,685 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,400	$4,150	$5,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,100	$6,220	$7,590
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,510	$10,370	$12,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,610	$16,600	$20,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,720	$22,820	$27,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,660–$5,170

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

Portable container

$3,420–$5,020

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

Full-service mover

$8,510–$12,660

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 Spartanburg (origin)

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 721468
MC: 331174
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 183 trucks, 184 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (864) 879-7770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355570
MC: 806803
Based in: Boiling Springs, SC 29316 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (866) 848-4425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1909295
MC: 879668
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (864) 501-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Haul Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2987484
MC: 17356
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29306 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (864) 469-4528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kalinka Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3314186
MC: 1053303
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (315) 790-4010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plumley Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1053808
MC: 511143
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (864) 879-2191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jmt Express INC

USDOT: 842165
MC: 371523
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (864) 814-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jtl LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jax Transportation And Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2348794
MC: 803954
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (864) 804-6942 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 206 movers in Spartanburg

Near Ukiah (destination)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT: 1827764
MC: 850930
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT: 2603700
Based in: Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3221898
Based in: Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4479802
MC: 1769150
Based in: Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4324101
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299864
MC: 1047841
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT: 2808819
MC: 942674
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4271838
MC: 1659135
Based in: Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spartanburg to Ukiah?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,400 to $5,060 for a studio, $5,100 to $7,590 for a one-bedroom, $8,510 to $12,660 for a two-bedroom, $13,610 to $20,250 for a three-bedroom and $18,720 to $27,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ukiah from Spartanburg?

About 2,685 road miles (2,275 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 South Carolina 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 Spartanburg to Ukiah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,660 to $5,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,420 to $5,020. 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 Spartanburg–Ukiah corridor.