Tuscaloosa, AL → Stockton, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Stockton

About 2,260 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,590–$11,300, delivery in 7–14 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 394 in Stockton.

2,260 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,590–$11,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
To: Stockton, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,260 miles (1,915 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 394 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Stockton → Tuscaloosa

Stockton sits about 2,260 miles west of Tuscaloosa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,590 to $11,300 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Tuscaloosa side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 394 around Stockton (222 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 Stockton.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Stockton about 324,597. Stockton is the denser city (5,158 people per square mile versus 1,609 in Tuscaloosa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Tuscaloosa to Stockton

Full-service estimate for 2,260 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,040	$3,700	$4,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,560	$5,560	$6,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,590	$9,260	$11,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,150	$14,810	$18,070
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,700	$20,370	$24,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,220–$4,550

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

Portable container

$3,040–$4,470

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

Full-service mover

$7,590–$11,300

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Tuscaloosa (origin)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357625
MC: 1704689
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT: 1310877
MC: 652647
Based in: Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 362876
MC: 214146
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT: 911424
MC: 606283
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3060563
MC: 72972907
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 301906
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2348521
MC: 803764
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4492165
MC: 1775920
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

Near Stockton (destination)

Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dhaliwal Brothers Trucking INC

USDOT: 2305079
MC: 840320
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (877) 311-6541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Pacific Food Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 637981
MC: 299293
Based in: Stockton, CA 95206 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (209) 983-2454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rjr Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rjr Transportation INC

USDOT: 629200
MC: 363697
Based in: Lathrop, CA 95330 (11 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 607-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Judge Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Greenway Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1977170
MC: 699164
Based in: Lodi, CA 95240 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (209) 488-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmm Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1752707
MC: 641421
Based in: Stockton, CA 95207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (209) 616-7788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cti

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Champion Transportation INC

USDOT: 1606160
MC: 593968
Based in: Stockton, CA 95215 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (800) 317-9217 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diamond Transportation Logistic INC

USDOT: 1253764
MC: 488761
Based in: Stockton, CA 95205 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (209) 462-4620 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 394 movers in Stockton

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Stockton accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tuscaloosa to Stockton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,040 to $4,520 for a studio, $4,560 to $6,780 for a one-bedroom, $7,590 to $11,300 for a two-bedroom, $12,150 to $18,070 for a three-bedroom and $16,700 to $24,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Stockton from Tuscaloosa?

About 2,260 road miles (1,915 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa to Stockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,220 to $4,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,040 to $4,470. 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 Tuscaloosa–Stockton corridor.