Visalia, CA → Kahului, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Visalia to Kahului

About 2,918 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,330–$15,370, delivery in 7–14 days, 150 carriers on the Visalia side and 45 in Kahului.

2,918 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,330–$15,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Visalia, California
To: Kahului, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 2,918 miles (2,473 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 150 (54 interstate)
Movers at destination: 45 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Kahului → Visalia

Moving from Visalia to Kahului is a cross-country move of roughly 2,918 road miles, heading west from California to Hawaii.

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 $10,330 to $15,370 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Visalia side there are 150 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (54 of them authorized for interstate work), and 45 around Kahului (9 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 Kahului.

Visalia has a population of about 146,541 and Kahului about 29,000. Visalia is considerably denser (3,730 people per square mile versus 1,962), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Visalia to Kahului

Full-service estimate for 2,918 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,130	$5,040	$6,150
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,200	$7,560	$9,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,330	$12,600	$15,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,530	$20,150	$24,590
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,720	$27,710	$33,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,050–$5,720

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

Portable container

$3,620–$5,330

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

Full-service mover

$10,330–$15,370

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Visalia (origin)

Hank Van Heeringen

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry Van Heeringen

USDOT: 1362147
Based in: Visalia, CA 93291 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (559) 733-1868 Route Verify on FMCSA

C Duran Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 830269
MC: 376158
Based in: Tulare, CA 93274 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (559) 967-3432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bhullar Freightlines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3252571
MC: 1023919
Based in: Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 653-9009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agostini Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2423168
MC: 834759
Based in: Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

Emperor Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251233
MC: 1099802
Based in: Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (559) 747-9675 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Legacy Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2931177
MC: 989780
Based in: Visalia, CA 93277 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 494-6956 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sanchez Elite Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3685395
Based in: Visalia, CA 93292 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (559) 280-1640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsburg Logistic Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357206
MC: 1077764
Based in: Dinuba, CA 93618 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 305-2090 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 150 movers in Visalia

Near Kahului (destination)

Dhx Maui INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 572219
MC: 77558
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (808) 877-2822 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Sniffen And Sons LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1066769
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (808) 871-7781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bb Trucking & Storage INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: B B Delivery Service INC

USDOT: 950644
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (808) 877-3966 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 758043
MC: 708895
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 242-6593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3252648
MC: 1023953
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (808) 205-7412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quicktow LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2584816
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (808) 877-5553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bonafide Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3760716
MC: 1355483
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (808) 359-7779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pico General Contracting Corporation

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2583683
Based in: Makawao, HI 96768 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (808) 572-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 45 movers in Kahului

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Visalia to Kahului?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,130 to $6,150 for a studio, $6,200 to $9,220 for a one-bedroom, $10,330 to $15,370 for a two-bedroom, $16,530 to $24,590 for a three-bedroom and $22,720 to $33,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kahului from Visalia?

About 2,918 road miles (2,473 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 hours (6 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 California into Hawaii 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 Visalia to Kahului?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,050 to $5,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,620 to $5,330. 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 Visalia–Kahului corridor.