Tacoma, WA → Paso Robles, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Tacoma to Paso Robles

About 954 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,410–$8,050, delivery in 2–5 days, 823 carriers on the Tacoma side and 17 in Paso Robles.

954 miroad distance
17 h 9 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,410–$8,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tacoma, Washington
To: Paso Robles, California
Road distance: ≈ 954 miles (809 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 9 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 823 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Paso Robles → Tacoma

Paso Robles sits about 954 miles south of Tacoma, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington 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 $5,410 to $8,050 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 17 h 9 min.

On the Tacoma side there are 823 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 17 around Paso Robles (9 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 Paso Robles.

Tacoma has a population of about 229,816 and Paso Robles about 32,000. Tacoma is considerably denser (4,413 people per square mile versus 1,582), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Tacoma to Paso Robles

Full-service estimate for 954 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,160	$2,640	$3,220
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,250	$3,960	$4,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,410	$6,600	$8,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,660	$10,560	$12,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,900	$14,520	$17,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$5,410–$8,050

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 Tacoma (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nichols Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 3462097
MC: 1130435
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (253) 272-8495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific Cascade Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1740705
MC: 637497
Based in: Sumner, WA 98390 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (440) 333-1330 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 823 movers in Tacoma

Near Paso Robles (destination)

Central Coast Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Coast Moving Company

USDOT: 3217239
MC: 1458812
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (805) 441-4429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morro Bay Cabinets INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 986450
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (805) 230-7224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gr Barr INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2039426
MC: 731002
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (805) 931-6105 Route Verify on FMCSA

805 Central Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4413754
MC: 1734268
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 712-1879 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricks Towing Services INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4283282
Based in: Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (805) 458-1860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paso Robles Furniture

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Peter Carbajal

USDOT: 2678641
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 286-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leyva Welding & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Leyva Welding INC

USDOT: 3161264
MC: 111366
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (805) 610-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

San Luis Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alexander Cronin

USDOT: 2678056
Based in: Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 440-0530 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Paso Robles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tacoma to Paso Robles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,220 for a studio, $3,250 to $4,830 for a one-bedroom, $5,410 to $8,050 for a two-bedroom, $8,660 to $12,880 for a three-bedroom and $11,900 to $17,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paso Robles from Tacoma?

About 954 road miles (809 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 9 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 Tacoma to Paso Robles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Tacoma–Paso Robles corridor.