Antioch, CA

The Villages, FL → Antioch, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from The Villages to Antioch

About 2,784 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,950–$13,320, delivery in 7–14 days, 240 carriers on the The Villages side and 124 in Antioch.

  • 2,784 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,950–$13,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,784 miles (2,360 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
240 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination
124 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Antioch → The Villages

The route from The Villages, FL to Antioch, CA covers roughly 2,784 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $8,950 to $13,320 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the The Villages side there are 240 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 124 around Antioch (36 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 Antioch.

The Villages has a population of about 85,000 and Antioch about 118,958. Antioch is the denser city (3,948 people per square mile versus 2,422 in The Villages), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from The Villages to Antioch

Full-service estimate for 2,784 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,580 $4,370 $5,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,370 $6,550 $7,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,950 $10,920 $13,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,330 $17,470 $21,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,700 $24,030 $29,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,910–$5,520

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

Portable container

$3,500–$5,150

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

Full-service mover

$8,950–$13,320

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 The Villages (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2544769
MC
9962
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1954847
MC
694166
Based in
Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610741
MC
1444640
Based in
Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3794613
MC
1363449
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3270292
MC
1032289
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2017545
MC
1452714
Based in
The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 240 movers in The Villages

Near Antioch (destination)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3029484
MC
1495511
Based in
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3411346
MC
1101728
Based in
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

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

Iraheta Bros 2 INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2524708
MC
876779
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1509528
MC
565881
Based in
Concord, CA 94521 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1659739
MC
610530
Based in
Concord, CA 94520 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Tim Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4075064
MC
1549017
Based in
Brentwood, CA 94513 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lake Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1535480
MC
571702
Based in
Discovery Bay, CA 94514 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 124 movers in Antioch

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from The Villages to Antioch?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,580 to $5,330 for a studio, $5,370 to $7,990 for a one-bedroom, $8,950 to $13,320 for a two-bedroom, $14,330 to $21,320 for a three-bedroom and $19,700 to $29,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Antioch from The Villages?

About 2,784 road miles (2,360 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Florida 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 The Villages to Antioch?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,910 to $5,520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,500 to $5,150. 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 The Villages–Antioch corridor.