San Mateo, CA

Yakima, WA → San Mateo, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Yakima to San Mateo

About 744 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,790–$7,120, delivery in 2–5 days, 60 carriers on the Yakima side and 332 in San Mateo.

  • 744 miroad distance
  • 13 h 32 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,790–$7,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 744 miles (630 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 32 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
60 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
332 (93 interstate)

Reverse: San Mateo → Yakima

San Mateo sits about 744 miles south of Yakima, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,790 to $7,120 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 13 h 32 min.

On the Yakima side there are 60 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 332 around San Mateo (93 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 San Mateo.

Yakima has a population of about 98,000 and San Mateo about 103,337. San Mateo is the denser city (8,732 people per square mile versus 3,481 in Yakima), 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 Yakima to San Mateo

Full-service estimate for 744 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,910 $2,330 $2,850
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,870 $3,500 $4,270
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,790 $5,840 $7,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,660 $9,340 $11,390
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,530 $12,840 $15,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,500

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,480

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

Full-service mover

$4,790–$7,120

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Yakima (origin)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328687
MC
214356
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2447936
MC
135847
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2433537
MC
925760
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170358
MC
1262505
Based in
Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901207
MC
975959
Based in
Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4539745
MC
1801352
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate
USDOT
573046
MC
278738
Based in
Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1543366
MC
574001
Based in
Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 60 movers in Yakima

Near San Mateo (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

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

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1844592
MC
670818
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2551548
MC
889001
Based in
Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 332 movers in San Mateo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yakima to San Mateo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,910 to $2,850 for a studio, $2,870 to $4,270 for a one-bedroom, $4,790 to $7,120 for a two-bedroom, $7,660 to $11,390 for a three-bedroom and $10,530 to $15,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Mateo from Yakima?

About 744 road miles (630 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 32 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 Yakima to San Mateo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,480. 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 Yakima–San Mateo corridor.