Spokane Valley, WA → Richmond, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Spokane Valley to Richmond

About 849 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,100–$7,580, delivery in 2–5 days, 115 carriers on the Spokane Valley side and 252 in Richmond.

849 miroad distance
15 h 20 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,100–$7,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spokane Valley, Washington
To: Richmond, California
Road distance: ≈ 849 miles (719 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 20 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 115 (79 interstate)
Movers at destination: 252 (86 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Spokane Valley

Moving from Spokane Valley to Richmond is a long-distance move of roughly 849 road miles, heading southwest from Washington 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 $5,100 to $7,580 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 15 h 20 min.

On the Spokane Valley side there are 115 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (79 of them authorized for interstate work), and 252 around Richmond (86 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 Richmond.

Spokane Valley has a population of about 108,405 and Richmond about 114,861. Richmond is the denser city (3,869 people per square mile versus 2,731 in Spokane Valley), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Spokane Valley to Richmond

Full-service estimate for 849 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,060	$3,730	$4,550
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,100	$6,220	$7,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,160	$9,950	$12,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,220	$13,680	$16,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,170–$1,660

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

Portable container

$1,780–$2,610

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

Full-service mover

$5,100–$7,580

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

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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 Spokane Valley (origin)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Urm Stores INC

USDOT: 13196
MC: 237366
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 704-7117 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415434
MC: 849181
Based in: Spokane, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 203-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Restoration Operating INC

USDOT: 4013800
MC: 1512023
Based in: Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 293-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1970117
MC: 817483
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 489-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paradise Amusements INC

USDOT: 1428525
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 687-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2380414
MC: 817510
Based in: Spokane, WA 99208 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 321-4311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1976998
MC: 699121
Based in: Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 535-7483 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2179825
MC: 756919
Based in: Spokane, WA 99202 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 686-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 115 movers in Spokane Valley

Near Richmond (destination)

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earl Farnsworth Express

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1854601
MC: 722903
Based in: San Rafael, CA 94901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (415) 459-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Btw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgeport Transportation & Warehousing INC

USDOT: 1110324
MC: 452601
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 251-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ab Trucking Ops

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oakland Port Services Corporation

USDOT: 663960
MC: 310575
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (510) 835-0930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steinel Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Kaylee Lynn Stein

USDOT: 3416341
Based in: San Francisco, CA 94102 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (415) 890-5873 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT: 1200199
MC: 478412
Based in: El Cerrito, CA 94530 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Richmond

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Richmond if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spokane Valley to Richmond?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,030 for a studio, $3,060 to $4,550 for a one-bedroom, $5,100 to $7,580 for a two-bedroom, $8,160 to $12,140 for a three-bedroom and $11,220 to $16,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Spokane Valley?

About 849 road miles (719 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 20 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 Washington 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 Spokane Valley to Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,170 to $1,660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,780 to $2,610. 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 Spokane Valley–Richmond corridor.