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Tracy, CA → San Jose, CA · Local move

Movers from Tracy to San Jose

About 42 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,510–$2,250, delivery in 0–1 days, 248 carriers on the Tracy side and 484 in San Jose.

  • 42 miroad distance
  • 1 h 19 mindriving time
  • 0–1 daysdelivery window
  • $1,510–$2,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 42 miles (36 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 19 min
Delivery window
0–1 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
248 (137 interstate)
Movers at destination
484 (125 interstate)

Reverse: San Jose → Tracy

The route from Tracy, CA to San Jose, CA covers roughly 42 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the local move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 19 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,510 and $2,250, before packing or storage.

On the Tracy side there are 248 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (137 of them authorized for interstate work), and 484 around San Jose (125 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 San Jose.

Tracy has a population of about 101,901 and San Jose about 989,814. San Jose is the denser city (5,683 people per square mile versus 3,591 in Tracy), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Tracy to San Jose

Full-service estimate for 42 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $820 $1,000 $1,220
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $950 $1,160 $1,410
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,510 $1,850 $2,250
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,330 $2,840 $3,470
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,470 $4,230 $5,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$190–$270

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

Portable container

$1,060–$1,560

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

Full-service mover

$1,510–$2,250

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Tracy, CA → San Jose, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Tracy (origin)

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
637981
MC
299293
Based in
Stockton, CA 95206 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2533650
MC
880750
Based in
Tracy, CA 95377 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (510) 366-8335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280009
MC
1036884
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT
629200
MC
363697
Based in
Lathrop, CA 95330 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (209) 858-1124 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sun Freight Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1775667
MC
647920
Based in
Lathrop, CA 95330 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357829
MC
520713
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abt Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2028302
MC
713583
Based in
Tracy, CA 95377 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (209) 836-9463 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2581361
MC
903865
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 248 movers in Tracy

Near San Jose (destination)

Legacy Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2043462
MC
716505
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (408) 213-6326 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389468
MC
1089109
Based in
San Jose, CA 95126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crew Point Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3462710
MC
96075878
Based in
San Jose, CA 95122 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
44 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (408) 601-0416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eloka Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3455711
MC
1126373
Based in
San Jose, CA 95125 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (408) 500-8852 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT
2974713
MC
10809
Based in
San Jose, CA 95131 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trident Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Shefali Toor

USDOT
2641089
MC
920395
Based in
San Jose, CA 95133 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (408) 455-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amber Transportation Group INC

USDOT
1038505
MC
426960
Based in
Milpitas, CA 95035 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (408) 935-9115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3247717
MC
1021407
Based in
Santa Clara, CA 95050 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 484 movers in San Jose

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tracy to San Jose?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $820 to $1,220 for a studio, $950 to $1,410 for a one-bedroom, $1,510 to $2,250 for a two-bedroom, $2,330 to $3,470 for a three-bedroom and $3,470 to $5,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Jose from Tracy?

About 42 road miles (36 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Tracy and San Jose 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 Tracy to San Jose?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $190 to $270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,560. 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 Tracy–San Jose corridor.