($953+) Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Dallas, Texas, to Modesto, California, costs between $2,138 and $9,728. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,651-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $319 - $2,128, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Dallas and Modesto. For a rough baseline, movers based in Dallas tend to start around $179 plus $60/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Dallas to Modesto:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,138 - $4,985
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,903 - $6,638
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,798 - $9,728

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Dallas to Modesto.

Specialty moving services from Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Dallas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Modesto, 60% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Dallas to Modesto?

California Moving & Storage Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in California, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA

Moving containers from Dallas, Texas, to Modesto, California, cost between $1,441 and $5,186. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Dallas costs roughly $80/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Dallas to Modesto:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,441 - $2,740
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,788 - $3,645
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,489 - $5,186

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $745 in Dallas, TX. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $80 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $160 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Modesto, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Dallas to Modesto?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA

Plan on $953 - $2,663 for a rental moving truck on the 1,651-mile route from Dallas, Texas, to Modesto, California. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $559 - $639
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Dallas daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Dallas to Modesto based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $953 - $1,793
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,095 - $2,222
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,392 - $2,663

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $559 - $639 for the 1,651-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Dallas, Texas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $745.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,651-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $160 per night, adding $319 - $479 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $53 and $319.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Dallas to Modesto?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Dallas, TX to Modesto, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Dallas, Texas, to Modesto, California. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $958 and $2,946.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Dallas to Modesto:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,297 - $2,466
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,415 - $2,946
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,971 - $4,149

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $80 - $160 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Dallas, Texas, typically costs $745.

What are the best freight companies from Dallas to Modesto?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Dallas, TX vs Modesto, CA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Modesto, side by side with Dallas on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

A move from Dallas, TX, to Modesto, CA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,138 - $9,728 on the 1,651-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,441 - $5,186, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $953 - $2,663. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,903 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Save Mart Supermarkets and Sutter Central Valley Hospitals.