Berkeley, CA

Wenatchee, WA → Berkeley, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Wenatchee to Berkeley

About 789 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,920–$7,320, delivery in 2–5 days, 33 carriers on the Wenatchee side and 429 in Berkeley.

  • 789 miroad distance
  • 14 h 18 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,920–$7,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 789 miles (669 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 18 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
33 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
429 (149 interstate)

Reverse: Berkeley → Wenatchee

The route from Wenatchee, WA to Berkeley, CA covers roughly 789 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,920 to $7,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 18 min.

On the Wenatchee side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 429 around Berkeley (149 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 Berkeley.

Wenatchee has a population of about 36,000 and Berkeley about 121,911. Berkeley is the denser city (11,954 people per square mile versus 3,341 in Wenatchee), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Wenatchee to Berkeley

Full-service estimate for 789 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,970 $2,400 $2,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,950 $3,600 $4,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,920 $6,000 $7,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,870 $9,600 $11,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,820 $13,200 $16,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,110–$1,570

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,540

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

Full-service mover

$4,920–$7,320

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 Wenatchee (origin)

Pom-Arleau Transfer And Storage Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
27489
MC
94068
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cornelius Construction

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1692033
Based in
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Loyalty Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2523674
MC
906418
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

US Mat Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1487629
MC
560703
Based in
Cashmere Road, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Central Washington Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3845201
MC
1399730
Based in
Cashmere, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Great American Enterprises

Licensed interstate
USDOT
780789
MC
1720081
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Zion Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2268035
MC
774393
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Eagle Transfer Co

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
312922
MC
119038
Based in
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

All 33 movers in Wenatchee

Near Berkeley (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Ss Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1363134
MC
522107
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Cargo Bay Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1937273
MC
691228
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 429 movers in Berkeley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wenatchee to Berkeley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,970 to $2,930 for a studio, $2,950 to $4,390 for a one-bedroom, $4,920 to $7,320 for a two-bedroom, $7,870 to $11,710 for a three-bedroom and $10,820 to $16,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Berkeley from Wenatchee?

About 789 road miles (669 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 18 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Washington 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 Wenatchee to Berkeley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,110 to $1,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,540. 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 Wenatchee–Berkeley corridor.