Moving from Reno, NV to Sacramento, CA
About 130 miles across a state line, from Nevada into California, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Reno, NV to Sacramento, CA covers about 130 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $585 – $780 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 825 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 130 miles, about 2 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $585 – $780. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 2 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Reno to Sacramento
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $450 – $600 | $316 – $421 | $225 – $300 |
| 1 bedroom | $527 – $702 | $379 – $505 | $253 – $337 |
| 2 bedrooms | $585 – $780 | $421 – $562 | $281 – $374 |
| 3 bedrooms | $673 – $897 | $484 – $646 | $323 – $431 |
| 4 bedrooms | $761 – $1,014 | $548 – $730 | $365 – $487 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $878 – $1,170 | $632 – $842 | $421 – $562 |
Transport only, for an estimated 130 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Reno to Sacramento
130 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $650. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $585 to $780, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Reno to Sacramento
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 825 people a year (±302) moved from Washoe County, NV, home to Reno, to Sacramento County, CA, home to Sacramento. Going the other way: about 771 people a year (±245). Movers from Washoe County make up 1.1% of the 73,175 people a year who moved into Sacramento County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 21,133 people a year (±4,646) moving from Nevada to California and about 53,289 people a year (±6,970) from California to Nevada — a net gain for Nevada of about 32,156 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Clark County, NV | 1,887 ±517 |
| Carson City, NV | 1,362 ±313 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 846 ±280 |
| Sacramento County, CA | 825 ±302 |
| Lyon County, NV | 772 ±322 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Placer County, CA | 7,311 ±1,250 |
| Yolo County, CA | 4,823 ±699 |
| Alameda County, CA | 4,110 ±677 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 3,467 ±667 |
| Solano County, CA | 3,457 ±794 |
Licensed movers at each end
14 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Reno (20 counting those licensed only inside Nevada). 10 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 13.6% of their 44 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt Moving & Storage CoUSDOT 80232 | Sparks · 3 mi | 27 trucks | 8 | 0.0% of 7 |
| Two Men and A Truck of Reno NevadaUSDOT 3303833 | Reno · 8 mi | 8 trucks | 9 | 25.0% of 8 |
| Gentle MoversUSDOT 4164289 | Carson City · 30 mi | 6 trucks | 23 | 14.3% of 14 |
| Carneys Full Service MoversUSDOT 3338161 | Sparks · 3 mi | 5 trucks | 9 | 0.0% of 3 |
| O'Brien's Moving & Storage IncUSDOT 30611 | Sparks · 3 mi | 5 trucks | 1 | — |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk and MovingUSDOT 3839635 | Sparks · 3 mi | 4 trucks | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Sacramento end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Sacramento: Sierra Valley Moving (Sacramento, 11 trucks), Wind Dancer Moving Company (Rio Oso, 9 trucks), Auburn Moving Co Inc (Roseville, 7 trucks), Scott Heavy Movers Inc (North Highland, 6 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Nevada into California, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Reno to Sacramento
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 130 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Sacramento
A local move inside Sacramento later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $859 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,587 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Sacramento are Roseville (about 19 mi), Stockton (about 50 mi), Oakland (about 80 mi).
Other routes from Reno
All routes from Reno, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Reno to Carson City, NV | ~29 mi | $465 – $761 |
| Reno to Roseville, CA | ~112 mi | $504 – $672 |
| Reno to Stockton, CA | ~156 mi | $702 – $936 |
| Reno to Fremont, CA | ~212 mi | $954 – $1,272 |
| Reno to San Francisco, CA | ~215 mi | $968 – $1,290 |
| Reno to San Jose, CA | ~220 mi | $990 – $1,320 |
| Reno to Fresno, CA | ~225 mi | $1,013 – $1,350 |
| Reno to Bakersfield, CA | ~340 mi | $1,530 – $2,040 |
Also moving to Sacramento: from Roseville, CA, from Stockton, CA, from Modesto, CA, from San Francisco, CA.
Reno to Sacramento moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Reno to Sacramento?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 130 miles cost about $450 – $600 for a studio, $585 – $780 for a two-bedroom home and $673 – $897 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Reno to Sacramento take?
The drive is about 2 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Reno to Sacramento?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $281 – $374 for a two-bedroom home, against $585 – $780 with full-service movers; a moving container is $421 – $562.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Reno to Sacramento?
Yes. Reno is in Nevada and Sacramento is in California, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 14 listed movers within 30 miles of Reno hold it.
How many people move from Reno to Sacramento each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 825 people a year (margin of error ±302) moved from Washoe County, which contains Reno, to Sacramento County, which contains Sacramento.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.