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Moving Between Reno and Boulder City
Boulder City is about 464 miles and 9 h 30 min of driving from the O'Brien's yard in Sparks, on US-95 and I-11, and the move is covered by O'Brien's own Nevada CPCN 1070. It is an in-state move, so the Nevada Transportation Authority tariff applies.
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- 464 miles
- about 9 h 30 min of driving
Boulder CityReno-Sparks
464 miles by road
- Driving time (free-flow)about 9 h 30 min
- Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day1
- Main roadsUS 95, I-11, US 95A
| Measure | Boulder City | Reno-Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $74,757 | $87,485 |
| Median gross rent | $1,427 | $1,592 |
| Median home value | $435,600 | $502,300 |
| January average high | 58 F | 48 F |
| July average high | 104 F | 94 F |
| Snow in a normal year | 0.2 in | 20.9 in |
Data (read 2026-10-19): OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks; U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Boulder City is a small city of about 14,919 residents in Census ACS estimates, at 1,927 feet above sea level on the road to Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Its median age is 53.5 and its median home value is $435,600, so a typical household here owns a house and brings a full set of belongings.
Getting there: US-95 and I-11
The routing data counts 464.3 miles and 570 minutes, about 9 h 30 min of driving. US-95 supplies about 281 miles and I-11 about 40 near the end, so the finish is on a freeway rather than a two-lane road.
Straight-line distance is about 368 miles. Because the route lists no mountain passes, snow is rarely a closure risk, but wind and heat are. Before travel, check the NDOT road conditions site, and think about the heat when the truck unloads: July highs at the nearest station, Las Vegas airport, average 104.5 degrees.
The Nevada authority behind the move
O'Brien's moves between Reno and Boulder City on Nevada Transportation Authority certificate CPCN 1070. The NTA approves the tariff that sets how an intrastate move is measured and billed, and the estimator applies that tariff to the inventory in your home. Your estimate is itemized and in writing.
For comparison, a move from Boulder City across the Colorado River into Arizona would be interstate, and federal authority (USDOT 30611, MC-109375) would apply. The USDOT number guide shows how to verify either kind of authority before you hire anyone.
What a Boulder City household brings
Census ACS lists a median household income of $74,757 and a median gross rent of $1,427, with 22.1 percent of households renting. A mostly owner-occupied city means full houses: garage contents, patio sets, outdoor equipment and sometimes a wine cellar or fine art and antiques. Each of those is easier to move when it is listed at the estimate, not discovered on moving day.
O'Brien's estimators, Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet, look through the garage and the closets as carefully as the living room. Photograph anything with sentimental or high value, and read the moving inventory guide before the visit.
Storage and timing
If closing dates do not line up, goods can wait in vault storage in the Sparks warehouse, from $40 per month, with about 2 to 3 weeks notice to ship. Your written estimate sets the delivery window, and you can also ask for packing; see packing services. The free in-home estimate comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes.
Licensed movers
U.S. DOT No. 30611
MC-109375
Nevada CPCN 1070
Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's)
Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955
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2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
| Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
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Bekins Van Lines network
How a long-distance move works with a Bekins agent
O'Brien's Moving & Storage has been an agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955. On an interstate move the Bekins network carries your shipment under the van line's interstate system; O'Brien's books the move in either direction. Leaving Northern Nevada, we give the free in-home estimate, pack, store in our Sparks warehouse if you need it, and load. Moving here from another state, you book with us and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. What being a Bekins agent means.
Your rights on an interstate move
Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you
- Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move (FMCSA)
- Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move (FMCSA)
- Protect Your Move: check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611.
Answers
Moving between Reno and Boulder City questions
Still have a question? Call 775-359-6683, Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the moving FAQ.
What is the drive time from Sparks to Boulder City?
About 9 h 30 min of free-flow driving over 464.3 miles, per the routing data.
Does O'Brien's also move households out of Boulder City to Reno?
Yes, the Nevada CPCN 1070 authority covers both directions.
Is the tariff public?
The tariff is a document on file with the Nevada Transportation Authority. Your own written estimate shows how it applies to your move.
Can I get an estimate without a visit?
A phone ballpark and an online request are the first steps, and the free in-home estimate is what fixes the itemized number. See how our estimates work.
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What customers say about O'Brien's
Michelle C.
Extremely happy with the moving experience. The moving team showed up on time, friendly and polite. They did a wonderful job moving our boxes and furniture to the new location. We moved a three bedroom home and I could not be more pleased with the employees who assisted with the move. Highly recommend O'Brien moving for your move.
Owner's reply
Michelle, thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. We are so happy to hear about the move experience you had with our company and glad to know we met your expectations! It means a lot to us to know that. Thank you for choosing us as your moving partner.
Sonia P.
Talk about organized people. I peeked in the truck about an hour into the job and was amazed at how well organized it was and how many of my things had protective coverings. Our bed is a mechanical one and a nightmare to us, but these guys had no issue with it at all. Although I have no desire to ever move again--but if I did, I would be calling these guys for sure!!!
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