Visalia, CA → Richardson, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Visalia to Richardson

About 1,538 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,600–$9,830, delivery in 5–10 days, 150 carriers on the Visalia side and 1,078 in Richardson.

1,538 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,600–$9,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Visalia, California
To: Richardson, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,538 miles (1,303 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 150 (54 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,078 (453 interstate)

Reverse: Richardson → Visalia

Richardson sits about 1,538 miles east of Visalia, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Texas 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 $6,600 to $9,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 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 1,078 around Richardson (453 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 Richardson.

Visalia has a population of about 146,541 and Richardson about 118,542. The two cities have comparable density (3,730 and 4,177 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Visalia to Richardson

Full-service estimate for 1,538 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,930
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,960	$4,830	$5,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,600	$8,050	$9,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,570	$12,890	$15,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,530	$17,720	$21,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,180–$3,080

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

Portable container

$2,390–$3,520

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

Full-service mover

$6,600–$9,830

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Richardson (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,078 movers in Richardson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,930 for a studio, $3,960 to $5,900 for a one-bedroom, $6,600 to $9,830 for a two-bedroom, $10,570 to $15,720 for a three-bedroom and $14,530 to $21,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richardson from Visalia?

About 1,538 road miles (1,303 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Richardson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,180 to $3,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,390 to $3,520. 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–Richardson corridor.