The Best Long-Distance Movers in Sacramento, CA
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The best long-distance mover in Sacramento is Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of California, per moveBuddha's analysis of 374 California movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Sacramento?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Sacramento residents moving out of California are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Sacramento for in-state moves?
Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Sacramento-based mover for long-distance moves within California, followed by Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. (4.44/5) and Fuller Moving Services (4.52/5). Of the 25 intrastate-capable movers serving Sacramento, 26 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Sacramento are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Sacramento but stay within California:
- Two Men and a Truck Moving: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc.: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Fuller Moving Services: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- House to Home Moving: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- A Better Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Two Men and a Truck Moving has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Two Men and a Truck Moving has about 72% positive reviews across roughly 570 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.3.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Two Men and a Truck Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Two Men and a Truck Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was efficient, careful with my belongings, and extremely polite. They wrapped everything, worked quickly and took the stress out of my move. Will absolutely recommend and use again!"
"Moving can be stressful, but these three guys made it much better. They were professional, courteous, personable, & let me know all my items were safe. They unloaded everything & put it in the proper room & location in just 5 hours."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. has been in business for 69 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like estate moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 124 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.2.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc., and Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Steve, Harlan Senior & Harlan Junior did an amazing job returning our furniture. They were very personable, careful and helpful with hanging mirrors, moving rugs and hanging pictures. Highly recommend this company!"
"From start to finish, everything was well-organized and professional. Jeff handled all details and Carlos and Steve were efficient and friendly. Great team, great service!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Fuller Moving Services has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Fuller Moving Services has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 271 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Fuller Moving Services, and Fuller Moving Services makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Fuller Moving Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The crew that we had today were diligent, professional, respectful and thorough. They unloaded everything with great care and cleaned up after. Highly recommend this moving crew and also Fuller Moving Services."
"They arrived on time and were really respectful with our belongings. Efficient and professional. Thank you Cam L, Hunter, Raul, Arturo, & Cody (Truck #3)"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. House to Home Moving has been in business for 15 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. House to Home Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 388 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from House to Home Moving, and House to Home Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. House to Home Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were hard workers, good rates and clear pricing. Great service and really helpful."
"Both Carlos and Johnathan were professional and extremely efficient... They got the job done in 4 hours... Even helped arrange furniture and made sure it was set up the same way before the move."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. A Better Moving has been in business for 44 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. A Better Moving has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 156 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from A Better Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A Better Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I just had A Better Moving & Storage Co. move me for the third time... they handled my piano and antique furniture with great care... I'm very satisfied with their services."
"This moving company went above and beyond... I had a limited budget and the movers made it happen. They had the best attitudes and were the most professional guys. I will only recommend this moving company."
What add-on services do Sacramento movers offer?
Not every mover in Sacramento offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 26 Sacramento movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 57.69% of Sacramento movers, compared to 61.76% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 26.92% of Sacramento movers, compared to 19.25% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 15.38% of Sacramento movers, compared to 28.61% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 88.46% of Sacramento movers, compared to 86.1% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 38.46% of Sacramento movers, compared to 32.09% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 84.62% of Sacramento movers, compared to 79.41% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Sacramento's cost of living.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 15 of 26 Sacramento movers (57.69%), compared to 61.76% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. (4.44/5) and Fuller Moving Services (4.52/5) rate highest for art handling in Sacramento. Per-piece handling runs $64 to $635, with custom crates adding $191 to $254 per item.
| Art handling in Sacramento | Details |
|---|---|
| Sacramento movers offering this | 15 of 26 (57.69%) |
| California statewide | 231 of 374 (61.76%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Sacramento art movers | Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc., Fuller Moving Services |
| Per-piece handling fee | $64 to $635 |
| Custom crating per item | $191 to $254 |
Custom crates and archival materials are the baseline for art moving, not an upgrade. Standard blankets protect against surface scratches but offer no defense against UV exposure or humidity shifts that cause paint to crack, canvas to warp, or sculpture finishes to degrade. Before booking, confirm the mover has handled pieces in the same medium and ask whether crates are built in-house or outsourced to a third party.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 7 of 26 Sacramento movers (26.92%), compared to 19.25% statewide and 36.39% nationally. Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) rate highest for junk removal in Sacramento. Standalone junk removal typically runs $191 to $635 per load.
| Junk removal in Sacramento | Details |
|---|---|
| Sacramento movers offering this | 7 of 26 (26.92%) |
| California statewide | 72 of 374 (19.25%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Sacramento junk removal movers | Two Men and a Truck Moving |
| Typical cost per load | $191 to $635 |
| Single large item | $95 to $191 |
Removing items before a weight-based long-distance quote is finalized directly reduces the shipment total and the move cost. Movers offering bundled junk removal can clear unwanted furniture and appliances on load day, eliminating a separate scheduling step. Verify the service covers the item types you need removed, since some movers exclude electronics, hazardous materials, and large appliances from standard junk removal pricing.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 4 of 26 Sacramento movers (15.38%), compared to 28.61% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Fuller Moving Services (4.52/5) and House to Home Moving (4.58/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Sacramento. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Sacramento | Details |
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| Sacramento movers offering this | 4 of 26 (15.38%) |
| California statewide | 107 of 374 (28.61%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Sacramento providers | Fuller Moving Services, House to Home Moving |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 23 of 26 Sacramento movers (88.46%), compared to 86.1% statewide and 84.85% nationally. Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) and Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. (4.44/5) rate highest for storage in Sacramento. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $326/month.
| Storage in Sacramento | Details |
|---|---|
| Sacramento movers offering this | 23 of 26 (88.46%) |
| California statewide | 322 of 374 (86.1%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Sacramento storage movers | Two Men and a Truck Moving, Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $326 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $635 |
Movers that offer storage-in-transit hold belongings in their warehouse between pickup and delivery. The standard rate is approximately $0.50 per cubic foot per month. For a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft), that is roughly $326 per month. Ask how the mover calculates the billing start date before committing to a storage window longer than 30 days.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 10 of 26 Sacramento movers (38.46%), compared to 32.09% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. (4.44/5) and Fuller Moving Services (4.52/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Sacramento. Hot tub moves typically run $191 to $508 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Sacramento | Details |
|---|---|
| Sacramento movers offering this | 10 of 26 (38.46%) |
| California statewide | 120 of 374 (32.09%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Sacramento hot tub movers | Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc., Fuller Moving Services |
| Bundled with full-service move | $191 to $508 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $381 to $1,016 |
Hot tubs are heavy, fragile, and access-dependent. Empty weight runs 500 to 1,000 lbs. Full drainage is required before any move. Tight backyard access may require a crane or a shuttle relay, both of which add to the final cost. Confirm the mover has moved hot tubs specifically, not just bulky items, before booking, since the shell and plumbing require different handling than furniture.
Does Sacramento have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 22 of 26 Sacramento movers (84.62%), compared to 79.41% statewide and 72.52% nationally. Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) and Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. (4.44/5) rate highest for piano moving in Sacramento. A standalone piano move typically costs $1,016 to $4,445, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Sacramento | Details |
|---|---|
| Sacramento movers offering this | 22 of 26 (84.62%) |
| California statewide | 297 of 374 (79.41%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Sacramento piano movers | Two Men and a Truck Moving, Mother Lode Van & Storage Inc. |
| Upright piano | $1,016 to $1,905 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,524 to $3,175 |
| Grand piano | $2,286 to $4,445 |
The weight range for upright pianos is 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Neither can be safely moved with standard furniture dollies or blankets. Crews certified for piano moving carry piano boards, rigging straps, and padded blankets designed for the instrument's weight distribution and finish. Adding a piano to a full-service household move is almost always cheaper than contracting a piano-only specialist.
Who are the best movers in Sacramento for small long-distance moves?
Metropolitan Van & Storage, Inc. leads Sacramento's small-move providers with a 4.36/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Yolo Transfer Moving & Storage at 4.44/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Sacramento?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Sacramento. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Sacramento residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Sacramento?
13 of 26 Sacramento movers (50.0%) offer labor-only services, compared to 52.14% statewide and 54.55% nationally. Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.5/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Sacramento, followed by Metropolitan Van & Storage, Inc. (4.36/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Sacramento residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Sacramento moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Sacramento. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Sacramento?
Moving costs across California range from $436 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $171/hour) to $4,028 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of California mover quotes. The table below shows California statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Sacramento will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from California* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $436 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $608 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $985 |
| 3-bedroom home | $2,281 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,617 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $4,028 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in California. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects California statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Sacramento?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Sacramento move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Sacramento, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Sacramento
What licensing requirements apply to long-distance movers in Sacramento?
Any moving company transporting goods from Sacramento to another state must hold a valid USDOT number and active FMCSA registration. 22 of the 26 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Sacramento meet that standard — and every mover on this page is among them. Verify any company's status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move explains what to expect and what protections apply throughout your interstate move.
Should I choose a local or national mover for my Sacramento relocation?
For moves within California, a local mover in Sacramento is the more cost-effective choice. moveBuddha has reviewed 26 movers in the area, averaging $160/hour, with 25 licensed for intrastate routes and 22 authorized for cross-state moves.
For relocations leaving California, national carriers bring more logistics infrastructure for long hauls, which can reduce delays and coordination failures on complex routes, even if the price tag is higher.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Sacramento?
November and December are the cheapest months to hire movers in Sacramento. Winter lows average 39°F, demand drops sharply from the summer peak, and movers have more open schedule capacity — all of which create real leverage to negotiate on price. Off-season timing also comes with faster quote turnaround and more predictable availability.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Sacramento?
Budget-friendly moves from the Almond Capital of the World almost always come down to a DIY approach, especially within 50 miles. Rental trucks and moving containers cut costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing research. The two most affordable routes are a rental truck from companies like U-Haul or a moving container from PODS. Additional strategies for longer moves are in our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state.
