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Ukiah, CA → South Lake Tahoe, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Ukiah to South Lake Tahoe

About 205 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,900–$4,310, delivery in 1–2 days, 15 carriers on the Ukiah side and 11 in South Lake Tahoe.

  • 205 miroad distance
  • 4 h 14 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,900–$4,3102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 205 miles (174 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 14 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
15 (3 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (7 interstate)

Reverse: South Lake Tahoe → Ukiah

South Lake Tahoe sits about 205 miles east of Ukiah, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,900 to $4,310 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 14 min.

On the Ukiah side there are 15 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (3 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around South Lake Tahoe (7 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 South Lake Tahoe.

Ukiah has a population of about 17,000 and South Lake Tahoe about 21,000. Ukiah is considerably denser (3,484 people per square mile versus 2,119), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Ukiah to South Lake Tahoe

Full-service estimate for 205 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,740 $2,120 $2,590
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,900 $3,530 $4,310
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,640 $5,650 $6,900
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,370 $7,770 $9,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,900–$4,310

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 Ukiah (origin)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT
1827764
MC
850930
Based in
Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT
2603700
Based in
Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3221898
Based in
Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4479802
MC
1769150
Based in
Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4324101
Based in
Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3299864
MC
1047841
Based in
Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT
2808819
MC
942674
Based in
Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4271838
MC
1659135
Based in
Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

Near South Lake Tahoe (destination)

Mv Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvt Express

USDOT
2507468
MC
869399
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (530) 318-5981 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lfod Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3940458
MC
1463269
Based in
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (775) 799-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Witte

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9020658
Based in
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (540) 292-4356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rouse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412017
MC
1733322
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (775) 364-4513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilson Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Wilson Trucking Operations INC

USDOT
1835654
MC
665466
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (775) 265-2230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carson Valley Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Barry Elwood Jones

USDOT
384361
MC
228843
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (775) 782-7070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manuel Jimenez Jr DBA South Lake Tahoe Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2678760
MC
115986
Based in
Gardnerville, NV 89410 (25 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 523-3352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Way Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ricky Richardson

USDOT
3122663
MC
105518
Based in
Somerset, CA 95684 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (530) 622-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in South Lake Tahoe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ukiah to South Lake Tahoe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,740 to $2,590 for a one-bedroom, $2,900 to $4,310 for a two-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,900 for a three-bedroom and $6,370 to $9,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Lake Tahoe from Ukiah?

About 205 road miles (174 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 14 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 Ukiah and South Lake Tahoe 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 Ukiah to South Lake Tahoe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,770. 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 Ukiah–South Lake Tahoe corridor.