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Bemidji, MN → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Bemidji to Santa Monica

About 1,814 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,250–$10,780, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Bemidji side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 1,814 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,250–$10,7802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,814 miles (1,537 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
27 (12 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Bemidji

Moving from Bemidji to Santa Monica is a cross-country move of roughly 1,814 road miles, heading southwest from Minnesota to California.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $7,250 to $10,780 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bemidji side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (12 of them authorized for interstate work), and 603 around Santa Monica (222 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Santa Monica.

Bemidji has a population of about 15,000 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 914 in Bemidji), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Minnesota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Bemidji to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 1,814 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,900 $3,540 $4,310
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,350 $5,300 $6,470
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,250 $8,840 $10,780
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,600 $14,140 $17,260
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,950 $19,450 $23,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$7,250–$10,780

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Bemidji (origin)

Blue Ox Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jake Sobieck INC

USDOT
3426527
MC
1167990
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (218) 308-6001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2361651
MC
872523
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (218) 751-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uncle Sams Moving Crew LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4467758
MC
1762889
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (218) 551-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tc Recycling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tc Lighting Supplies And Recycling INC

USDOT
2545284
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (218) 751-9091 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bemidji Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
590460
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (218) 751-4958 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speeds LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2149793
MC
1068743
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (218) 760-0525 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Fast Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4400809
Based in
Solway, MN 56678 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks
USDOT registered
2025
Call (218) 214-0440 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Smith

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1198540
Based in
Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (218) 444-3148 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Bemidji

Near Santa Monica (destination)

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2719785
MC
934868
Based in
Culver City, CA 90230 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4420956
MC
1738102
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90029 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1778992
MC
648911
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dsd Trucking INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
465743
MC
309255
Based in
Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
39 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (310) 725-1999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3410979
MC
1099772
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90008 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
35 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 508-6676 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harmony Home Remodels

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4468385
MC
1763223
Based in
Van Nuys, CA 91411 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (818) 747-3439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dlvr

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3471374
MC
1136305
Based in
Culver City, CA 90230 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Melogistix INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3479671
MC
1141564
Based in
LA, CA 90019 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (323) 377-8628 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 603 movers in Santa Monica

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bemidji to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,900 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,350 to $6,470 for a one-bedroom, $7,250 to $10,780 for a two-bedroom, $11,600 to $17,260 for a three-bedroom and $15,950 to $23,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Bemidji?

About 1,814 road miles (1,537 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Minnesota into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bemidji to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Bemidji–Santa Monica corridor.