Walnut Creek, CA → Augusta, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Walnut Creek to Augusta

About 3,200 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,700–$14,430, delivery in 7–14 days, 268 carriers on the Walnut Creek side and 129 in Augusta.

3,200 miroad distance
55 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,700–$14,4302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Walnut Creek, California
To: Augusta, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 3,200 miles (2,712 straight-line)
Drive time: 55 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 268 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Walnut Creek

Augusta sits about 3,200 miles northeast of Walnut Creek, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Maine 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 $9,700 to $14,430 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 55 hours (7 driving days).

On the Walnut Creek side there are 268 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (106 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.

Walnut Creek has a population of about 70,000 and Augusta about 19,000. Walnut Creek is considerably denser (3,549 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Maine than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Walnut Creek to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 3,200 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,820	$7,100	$8,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,700	$11,830	$14,430
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,520	$18,930	$23,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,340	$26,020	$31,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,490–$6,340

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

Portable container

$3,880–$5,700

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

Full-service mover

$9,700–$14,430

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 Walnut Creek (origin)

Sahaj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3029484
MC: 1495511
Based in: Pittsburg, CA 94565 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (925) 329-5996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1166104
MC: 509402
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargeau Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3411346
MC: 1101728
Based in: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kotak Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460243
MC: 1129236
Based in: Clayton, CA 94517 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (415) 297-7205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ss Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sukhjit Sandhu Trucking INC

USDOT: 1363134
MC: 522107
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (510) 750-3598 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viper Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1509528
MC: 565881
Based in: Concord, CA 94521 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (925) 672-2805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Relocation And Storage Of Northern California INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1659739
MC: 610530
Based in: Concord, CA 94520 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (925) 682-3740 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 268 movers in Walnut Creek

Near Augusta (destination)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

Tips for this move

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 Augusta accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Walnut Creek to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,880 to $5,770 for a studio, $5,820 to $8,660 for a one-bedroom, $9,700 to $14,430 for a two-bedroom, $15,520 to $23,090 for a three-bedroom and $21,340 to $31,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Walnut Creek?

About 3,200 road miles (2,712 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 55 hours (7 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 Maine 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 Walnut Creek to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,490 to $6,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,880 to $5,700. 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 Walnut Creek–Augusta corridor.