--- title: Long-Distance Moving from South Lake Tahoe url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/long-distance/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Service area: Northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/) - [Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/lake-tahoe-and-truckee/) - [Movers in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/) - Long-distance moving from South Lake Tahoe # Long-distance moving from South Lake Tahoe In South Lake Tahoe, 48.7 percent of households rent, and the Census counts 304 residents from other states and 179 from abroad in the past year. O'Brien's estimates, packs and loads South Lake Tahoe households, and the Bekins network carries interstate shipments. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ## South Lake Tahoe: Who moves in and out - Moved here from another state in the past year 304 - Share of residents 1.4% - Moved from abroad 179 - County El Dorado County Data: [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html). South Lake Tahoe has about 21,300 residents and 9,500 households, and nearly half of the households rent. That renter share, 48.7 percent, matters for long-distance moving: leases end on fixed dates, and a renter leaving California for another state has a move date set by the landlord. The town is about 60 miles and an hour and twenty minutes from our Sparks yard, over the US 50 and I-580 corridor. ## Renters and fixed dates A lease ending on the 30th leaves little room to slip, and a renter who also has a job start on the other end has even less. O'Brien's schedules loading to the date on the lease and uses the itemized estimate to set the weight early. The median home here was built in 1973 and has about 4.7 rooms, and the estimator sizes the crew and truck to your actual load. Our [apartment and condo moving page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/local-moving/apartments-and-condos/) explains how crews handle elevators and shared loading zones. ## The mountain route South Lake Tahoe sits at 6,260 feet and the route to Sparks crosses mountain terrain, so winter weather matters. Check Caltrans QuickMap before moving day and ask the estimator how snow is handled on your date. Read [moving at Lake Tahoe in winter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-winter/) and [in summer](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-summer/) for season-by-season tips. ## California and interstate moves A South Lake Tahoe move to Nevada or another state is an interstate move under federal authority, carried through the Bekins network. A move to another California address is a move within California, and O'Brien's is permitted in California for those. The estimator confirms which applies to your route. ## Bridging gaps with storage When a lease ends before the next one starts, wooden vaults, 7 ft x 7 ft x 5 ft, hold your goods at the Sparks warehouse from $40 per month. See [storage between homes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/). For a move to South Lake Tahoe, you book with O'Brien's and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html) - [Caltrans QuickMap](https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/) - [City of South Lake Tahoe](https://www.cityofslt.gov/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Movers in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/) - [Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/lake-tahoe-and-truckee/) - [Apartment and condo moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/local-moving/apartments-and-condos/) - [Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in winter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-winter/) Nearby ## The same service in nearby towns - [Long-distance moving from Incline Village](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/incline-village/long-distance/) - [Long-distance moving from Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/truckee/long-distance/) - [Movers in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/) In South Lake Tahoe ## More services in South Lake Tahoe - [Packing services in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/packing/) - [Storage for South Lake Tahoe households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/storage/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/senior-moving/) - [Office and commercial moving in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/office-moving/) - [White-glove furniture delivery in South Lake Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/south-lake-tahoe/white-glove-delivery/) Moves within California ## Permitted in California O'Brien's Moving & Storage moves households within California under its own authority: Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's). A move between Nevada and California crosses a state line, so it is an interstate move under our federal authority (U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375) instead. Answers ## Long-distance moving from South Lake Tahoe questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Can you move a renter on short notice? Call 775-359-6683 and tell the office your lease date. The sooner an estimate is booked, the easier the date. ### How far is South Lake Tahoe from Sparks? About 60 miles, around 83 minutes in good conditions. ### Do you serve the Nevada side too? Yes. See the Stateline and Zephyr Cove pages for the Nevada shore. ### Is the estimate free? Yes, with 10 free heavy-duty boxes included. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) J Judy H. April 7, 2026 I was so satisfied and impressed with O'Brien. My move went perfectly. If I have another move, it will be O'Brien for sure!! ### Owner's reply WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THE MOVE WENT SO WELL!!!! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to let us know. F Francie H. February 20, 2026 We were referred to O'Brien's Moving and Storage though a friend in Reno. We couldn't be more pleased with the Professionalism and Service. They were quick to set up Luke to come out and give us a quote and scheduled the actual move date right away. Luke was on time for our quote as were the movers on our moving day. All three of the gentlemen who moved us were professional and courteous from start to finish. From the initial phone call to the completion of our move, we felt like we were treated as family. We would definitely use them again and recommend O'Brien's Moving and Storage to our friends in the future. ### Owner's reply Francie, Thank you for this amazing review. The result you have expressed is exactly what we all strive to accomplish. I love that you walked away knowing you are now a part of the O'Brien's family, whenever you need us we are a phone call away! I will let the movers know about the kind words expressed about them, that will be very satisfying for all of them. We will look forward to any referrals you send our way, thank you for the opportunity! M Mark S. January 22, 2026 Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070