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Wilmington, DE → Redding, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Wilmington to Redding

About 2,884 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,170–$13,650, delivery in 7–14 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 37 in Redding.

  • 2,884 miroad distance
  • 50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,170–$13,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,884 miles (2,444 straight-line)
Drive time
50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination
37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Redding → Wilmington

The route from Wilmington, DE to Redding, CA covers roughly 2,884 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,170 to $13,650 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Wilmington side there are 315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (214 of them authorized for interstate work), and 37 around Redding (15 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 Redding.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Redding about 94,000. Wilmington is considerably denser (6,507 people per square mile versus 1,574), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Delaware, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Wilmington to Redding

Full-service estimate for 2,884 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,670 $4,480 $5,460
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,500 $6,710 $8,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,170 $11,190 $13,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,680 $17,900 $21,840
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $20,180 $24,610 $30,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,010–$5,670

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

Portable container

$3,590–$5,290

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

Full-service mover

$9,170–$13,650

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 Wilmington (origin)

Bentley Truck Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
524125
Based in
Logan Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,467 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (856) 467-4446 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Duie Pyle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
113594
MC
39140
Based in
West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,097 trucks, 2,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (610) 696-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erdner Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
85873
MC
128698
Based in
Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (856) 467-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mdd3 Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3309299
MC
1050934
Based in
Newark, DE 19702 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (917) 806-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Adams Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3395310
Based in
New Castle, DE 19720 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (347) 585-0089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duplicate Of 777773

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: M Gerace Enterprises INC

USDOT
959283
MC
522860
Based in
Media, PA 19063 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (610) 534-5650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dreamchasers Community Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4526415
MC
1794163
Based in
Woodstown, NJ 08098 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (201) 895-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 610 Hauling LLC

USDOT
2251093
MC
1484775
Based in
West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (717) 903-6433 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 315 movers in Wilmington

Near Redding (destination)

J & S Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miller Trucking Corporation

USDOT
451701
MC
244112
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (530) 243-6178 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Towing & Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2508854
MC
957782
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (530) 224-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shasta County Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shasta County Towing LLC

USDOT
919620
MC
872193
Based in
Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (530) 510-6212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansens Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hansens Moving INC

USDOT
1630507
MC
601414
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (530) 243-2945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mongoose Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3561809
MC
1365857
Based in
Redding, CA 96003 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (530) 515-2005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lee'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bobby Gene Lee

USDOT
1984331
MC
702567
Based in
Anderson, CA 96007 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (530) 357-2389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ms Motor Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4463432
MC
1799555
Based in
Redding, CA 96002 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (530) 646-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shb Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4355289
MC
1703491
Based in
Redding, CA 96001 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (530) 366-7493 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Redding

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wilmington to Redding?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,670 to $5,460 for a studio, $5,500 to $8,190 for a one-bedroom, $9,170 to $13,650 for a two-bedroom, $14,680 to $21,840 for a three-bedroom and $20,180 to $30,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Redding from Wilmington?

About 2,884 road miles (2,444 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 Delaware 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 Wilmington to Redding?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,010 to $5,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,590 to $5,290. 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 Wilmington–Redding corridor.