Truckee, CA → San Jose, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Truckee to San Jose

About 197 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,860–$4,260, delivery in 1–2 days, 6 carriers on the Truckee side and 484 in San Jose.

197 miroad distance
4 h 6 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,860–$4,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Truckee, California
To: San Jose, California
Road distance: ≈ 197 miles (167 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 6 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 6 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 484 (125 interstate)

Reverse: San Jose → Truckee

Moving from Truckee to San Jose is a regional long-distance move of roughly 197 road miles, heading southwest 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 $2,860 to $4,260 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 6 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 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.

Truckee has a population of about 17,000 and San Jose about 989,814. San Jose is the denser city (5,683 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 San Jose

Full-service estimate for 197 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	$1,720	$2,090	$2,550
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,860	$3,490	$4,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,580	$5,580	$6,810
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,300	$7,680	$9,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$500

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,860–$4,260

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 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 Truckee to San Jose?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,550 for a one-bedroom, $2,860 to $4,260 for a two-bedroom, $4,580 to $6,810 for a three-bedroom and $6,300 to $9,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Jose from Truckee?

About 197 road miles (167 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 6 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 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 Truckee to San Jose?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,760. 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–San Jose corridor.