Shipping Container Transport Company in Bakersfield, California

Container Transport offers the best container shipping services in Bakersfield, California. Contact us today for affordable container moving services.

13
Years of Success
35k+
Containers Shipped
35k+
Happy Customers
24/7 Expert Support
Fast Nationwide Shipping
Licensed & Insured Carriers
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Transparent, Upfront Pricing
Flexible Payment Options
The Shipping Experts
Experienced transport agents and over 30,000 trucks nationwide.

The Go-To Shipping Container Moving Company in Bakersfield, CA

Container Transport is a leading container shipping company in Bakersfield, California. We’re experienced and knowledgeable and have resources nationwide to help us serve you efficiently. Whether you’re a business or an individual moving single or multiple containers, we’re here to ensure they get delivered on time.

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Our container shipping services are available all year round and can be booked by phone, by filling out our form, or by email. A dedicated specialist is assigned to help process your shipment, and they’re available all hours of the day if you have questions or need to provide additional information. When you trust us with your container, you can be guaranteed that professionals will handle it, and we’ll take care of it until it’s delivered. Book our shipping container moving services in Bakersfield, CA, with us today!

Get a Rapid Online Quote

Fill out our quick and easy form to get started on transporting your container with a dedicated logistics specialist.

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Fully Insured and Reliable Shipping Container Transport Services in Bakersfield, CA

Container Transport is a qualified container moving company helping businesses and individuals transport empty and loaded containers freely. We’re committed to serving you and ensuring you have the best experience. To transport a container with us, you’re guaranteed premium services. Our insurance policy protects your container, and if something happens to it while it is under our care, you’re fully compensated.

Crane lifting 20ft Container onto Trailer.

If you don’t have any loading and unloading equipment, don’t worry. Let your specialist know, and they shall arrange to have one present at the pickup and drop-off at an extra cost. Book our container moving services in Bakersfield, California, today!

A Better B2B Shipping Experience

Container Transport offers all business container shipping solutions. Transport your valuable business assets locally, nationwide, or even overseas. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of ensuring every detail is done correctly. We treat your container move as if it were our own.

24/7 Customer Support

Dedicated 24/7 customer support with one of our 120+ logistics agents ensures your business moves seamlessly, anytime, anywhere.

Customs Clearance

Our B2B freight shipping services include expert customs clearance, ensuring your shipments arrive smoothly and without delay.

Credit Line

We offer a credit line with monthly billing statements for easy and stress-free container transport.

Import and Export Container Moving Services

Whether you’re importing a container with goods for your business or exporting an empty one, we’re here to help. Container Transport has over a decade of experience in import and export container transport services. We’re here to ensure your container is transported smoothly and your items arrive in good condition. Whether you’re importing or exporting single or multiple containers, we’re here to get the job done. Call us for a free quote.

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We Move Containers With Household Goods, Machinery, Building Materials, And More To and From Bakersfield, CA

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Our company is here to help you transport a loaded container in Bakersfield stress free. We’re a company with years of experience and resources to ensure your loaded container is delivered safely and on time. Whether your loaded container is loaded with your personal belongings, equipment, machinery, cars, or merchandise, we’re here to ensure it’s delivered safely. If you’re relocating a storage container loaded with personal items, we will deliver it safely. Our company specializes in hauling containers loaded with different items and ensuring they are delivered on time. Whether your container is in the city or remote area, we’re the right company. Get a free estimate today!

 

 

Container Types We Transport

Container Transport moves all types of containers. Whether yours is fully loaded, empty, half-empty, or customized, we will move it.

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The Price of Moving a Shipping Container in Bakersfield, California

Transporting a container in Bakersfield, California, costs an average of $3 per mile. That cost isn’t fixed and depends on the container’s location, where it’s headed, the shipping date, fuel costs, mode of transport, and whether you require additional services such as loading and unloading assistance or expedited services. The further the distance between the pick-up and drop-off location, the more you would pay due to the fuel used and the time spent on the road. The larger the container, the more specialized a trailer is required to ensure it’s transported safely, which costs a bit more than smaller ones. Regardless of where your container is coming from and headed, we ensure you get the best rates. Booking with us today for a free quote.

State to State Distance Trailer Cost
Bakersfield, California to Brainerd, Minnesota 1,905.0 mi $5,715
Bakersfield, California to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 2,624.4 mi $7,873.2
Miami, Florida to Bakersfield, California 2,756.3 mi $8,268.9
Boston, Massachusetts to Bakersfield, California 2,997.8 mi $8,993.4
Memphis, Tennessee to Bakersfield, California 1,808.2 mi $5,424.6

Note: The above container moving costs are estimates and might be higher or lower upon booking. They depend on location, loading/unloading needs, weight, size, etc. Call us to get an accurate price.

 

 

Port and airport shipping container transport services in Bakersfield, California

Despite Bakersfield having no ports, we ship containers to and from the neighboring ones and in the country.

Depending on where your container is located and being delivered in Bakersfield, California, here are some highways we use;

  • Interstate 5 (I-5)
  • State Route 99 (SR 99)
  • State Route 58 (SR 58)
  • State Route 178 (SR 178)
  • State Route 204 (SR 204)

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We Move A Shipping Container To And From Cities Near Bakersfield, California, And Nationwide

We ship containers to and from these cities neighboring Bakersfield, California, and across the country.

  • Arvin
  • Delano
  • Lamont
  • Maricopa
  • McFarland
  • Oildale
  • Shafter
  • Taft
  • Tehachapi
  • Wasco

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Get a Container Shipping Quote?

To get a quote for moving containers, you can call Container Transport or visit our website. Click the get quote tab, usually at the bottom of the home or about us page. Sometimes, the tab is on the menu section. Give details of what you want to ship, in this case, a container. Next, you need to give information on the final destination of your container. Before you get the quote or estimate, submit your personal information, including your name, phone number, and email, to receive your free quote for moving containers.

What Kind of Trailers Do You Use to Move a Container?

Moving containers requires the best trailers that can handle heavy or wide loads. The choice of a suitable trailer depends on the container size, 20 feet or 40 feet, and weight. Our container transport company has numerous types of trailers that handle oversized, heavy, or wide containers. Our logistic agents can recommend lightweight and high-strength chassis trailers because of their outstanding maneuverability, flexibility, and ability to carry 20-foot, 40-foot, and extended containers. We also use flatbed trailers that have adequate strength for container hauling. Another trailer option to hire is the Gooseneck, which can carry light to heavy containers.

How Do You Load a Container On a Trailer?

Loading a container on a trailer or truck requires specialized equipment or tools. Shipping container movers first ensure the container is in perfect condition, free from damages, holes, or issues that can damage the things inside. Next, the shipping specialists moving the containers ensure the trailer is parked in the best position for proper loading. It should have all the required tie-downs to hold the container securely for safe transportation. Our container transport company uses cargo lifters, such as top pickers, driverless AGVs, forklifts, and cranes, to lift the cargo and properly position it in the trailer for securing and transportation

Do I Need Permits to Ship a Container?

Yes, permits are a vital requirement when shipping a container locally or internationally. Some local, state, international, and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws require you to have permits based on the type of goods you are transporting and the final destination of your cargo. As a renowned legitimate transportation company, we navigate the shipping industry and regulations to ensure our clients get all the necessary permits to ship their containers safely without legal issues.

Do You Provide Cranes for Loading and Unloading Containers?

Yes, we have cranes that help us load and offload your container from trailers and other means of transportation. The numerous cranes for loading and unloading include crawler, tower, overhead, floating, and gantry cranes with different applications. Tower cranes are state-of-the-art equipment that can lift containers to and from trailers during intermodal shipping. Overhead cranes help in lifting heavy containers in our shipyards.

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Why Choose Container Transport

“Used Janelle to ship my car in a container – was easy, affordable, and had no problems! Great experience and would use her and her company again!”

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Victoria McNeil

“I worked with Gilbert Hevia twice. Once to solve an import container problem. And once to get product moved across the country – fast. He was excellent. Great pricing. Great service. I always knew the status of the shipment. I would hire this company again. Call Gilbert. He’ll solve it.”

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Tracey Holzapfel

“The transport guys were amazing. Knew exactly how to get around in tight spaces, quickly picked up our container and was on their way. Arrived at drop off location on time and dropped it exactly where we wanted it with no effort at all.”

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Kim Laug

“It was great working with Janelle to help me in my move from Maine to Washington. I was able to get my items packed into a 40ft shipping container and transported safely to its destination. Janelle kept in touch throughout the whole process to coordinate things and…”

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Jair Mendes

“I needed to move a shipping container out of the Miami port. Seth went above and beyond to ensure we had the right driver to get into the port and safely deliver to my home.”

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Katie Sweigard

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