Yonkers, NY → Monterey, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Yonkers to Monterey

About 3,034 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,230–$15,220, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,152 carriers on the Yonkers side and 12 in Monterey.

3,034 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,230–$15,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yonkers, New York
To: Monterey, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,034 miles (2,571 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,152 (1,091 interstate)
Movers at destination: 12 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Monterey → Yonkers

Moving from Yonkers to Monterey is a cross-country move of roughly 3,034 road miles, heading west from New York to California.

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 $10,230 to $15,220 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 53 hours (6 driving days).

On the Yonkers side there are 2,152 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,091 of them authorized for interstate work), and 12 around Monterey (4 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 Monterey.

Yonkers has a population of about 212,603 and Monterey about 30,000. Yonkers is considerably denser (11,754 people per square mile versus 3,495), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Yonkers to Monterey

Full-service estimate for 3,034 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,140	$7,490	$9,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,230	$12,480	$15,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,370	$19,960	$24,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,510	$27,450	$33,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,170–$5,880

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

Portable container

$3,730–$5,480

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

Full-service mover

$10,230–$15,220

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Yonkers (origin)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1003565
MC: 825910
Based in: Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT: 1854436
MC: 671325
Based in: New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86580
MC: 729893
Based in: Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2882215
MC: 967265
Based in: Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT: 2369201
MC: 871974
Based in: Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 936988
MC: 1624316
Based in: Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT: 25982
MC: 134689
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

Near Monterey (destination)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1077325
MC: 447949
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (831) 384-4139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 21st Century Moving LLC

USDOT: 2983026
MC: 1294330
Based in: Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (831) 869-9367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Valerio Lima

USDOT: 167294
MC: 51424
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (831) 883-0212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3507091
MC: 1159608
Based in: Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 710-7824 Route Verify on FMCSA

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Marcus Chubbs INC

USDOT: 2710075
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 392-6487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Newell Johnson

USDOT: 3202429
Based in: Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (831) 737-4614 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3375963
MC: 1082909
Based in: Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 236-0336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jesus Ruelas Gamboa

USDOT: 3725511
Based in: Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (831) 521-8173 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Monterey

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yonkers to Monterey?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,090 to $6,090 for a studio, $6,140 to $9,130 for a one-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,220 for a two-bedroom, $16,370 to $24,360 for a three-bedroom and $22,510 to $33,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monterey from Yonkers?

About 3,034 road miles (2,571 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 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 New York 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 Yonkers to Monterey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,170 to $5,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,730 to $5,480. 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 Yonkers–Monterey corridor.