Truckee, CA → Fresno, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Truckee to Fresno

About 211 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,920–$4,350, delivery in 1–2 days, 6 carriers on the Truckee side and 439 in Fresno.

211 miroad distance
4 h 20 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,920–$4,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Truckee, California
To: Fresno, California
Road distance: ≈ 211 miles (179 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 20 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 6 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 439 (246 interstate)

Reverse: Fresno → Truckee

Moving from Truckee to Fresno is a regional long-distance move of roughly 211 road miles, heading south within 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 $2,920 to $4,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 20 min.

On the Truckee side there are 6 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 439 around Fresno (246 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 Fresno.

Truckee has a population of about 17,000 and Fresno about 555,549. Fresno is the denser city (4,706 people per square mile versus 517 in Truckee), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Truckee to Fresno

Full-service estimate for 211 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,750	$2,140	$2,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,920	$3,570	$4,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,680	$5,710	$6,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,430	$7,850	$9,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,920–$4,350

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Truckee (origin)

Goodrich Excavation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Daniel B Goodrich

USDOT: 1057014
MC: 45408
Based in: Tahoe Vista, CA 96148 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (530) 546-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truckee Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2361860
MC: 823243
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (530) 563-6572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewarts Marine

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gralex Capital LLC

USDOT: 4359550
MC: 1705734
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (530) 582-8776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tahoe Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3401592
MC: 1094995
Based in: Truckee, CA 96161 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 536-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

3d Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Duane Dunham

USDOT: 1194333
MC: 205408
Based in: Nevada City, CA 95959 (36 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (530) 263-5464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Hauling

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3193373
Based in: Nevada City, CA 95959 (36 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (530) 955-5047 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 6 movers in Truckee

Near Fresno (destination)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1506989
MC: 565290
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (559) 264-2036 Route Verify on FMCSA

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1292301
MC: 498282
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (559) 268-1231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1161090
MC: 467257
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (559) 834-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT: 2800745
MC: 1758995
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 439 movers in Fresno

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Truckee to Fresno?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,750 to $2,610 for a one-bedroom, $2,920 to $4,350 for a two-bedroom, $4,680 to $6,960 for a three-bedroom and $6,430 to $9,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fresno from Truckee?

About 211 road miles (179 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

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

No. Because both Truckee and Fresno 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 Truckee to Fresno?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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 Truckee–Fresno corridor.