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Tracy, CA → San Mateo, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Tracy to San Mateo

About 57 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,600–$2,390, delivery in 1–2 days, 248 carriers on the Tracy side and 332 in San Mateo.

  • 57 miroad distance
  • 1 h 41 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,600–$2,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 57 miles (48 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 41 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
248 (137 interstate)
Movers at destination
332 (93 interstate)

Reverse: San Mateo → Tracy

The route from Tracy, CA to San Mateo, CA covers roughly 57 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the short-haul 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 41 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,600 and $2,390, 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 332 around San Mateo (93 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 Mateo.

Tracy has a population of about 101,901 and San Mateo about 103,337. San Mateo is the denser city (8,732 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 Mateo

Full-service estimate for 57 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $880 $1,080 $1,310
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $1,020 $1,240 $1,510
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,600 $1,960 $2,390
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,440 $2,980 $3,630
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,600 $4,390 $5,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,600–$2,390

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 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 Mateo (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1844592
MC
670818
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (510) 780-2692 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2551548
MC
889001
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (510) 751-9113 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 332 movers in San Mateo

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Other destinations from Tracy

Other origins to San Mateo

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $880 to $1,310 for a studio, $1,020 to $1,510 for a one-bedroom, $1,600 to $2,390 for a two-bedroom, $2,440 to $3,630 for a three-bedroom and $3,600 to $5,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Mateo from Tracy?

About 57 road miles (48 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 41 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 Mateo 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 Mateo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Mateo corridor.