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Bothell, WA → Santa Barbara, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bothell to Santa Barbara

About 1,101 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,850–$8,700, delivery in 3–7 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 27 in Santa Barbara.

  • 1,101 miroad distance
  • 19 h 41 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,850–$8,7002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,101 miles (933 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 41 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
27 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Barbara → Bothell

Santa Barbara sits about 1,101 miles south of Bothell, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,850 to $8,700 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 41 min.

On the Bothell side there are 248 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Santa Barbara (9 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 Barbara.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Santa Barbara about 88,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,532 and 4,549 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Santa Barbara

Full-service estimate for 1,101 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,340 $2,850 $3,480
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,510 $4,280 $5,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,850 $7,130 $8,700
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,360 $11,410 $13,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,870 $15,690 $19,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,580–$2,230

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

Portable container

$2,000–$2,950

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

Full-service mover

$5,850–$8,700

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 Bothell (origin)

Exselon

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Butchie Boy Productions INC

USDOT
3194560
MC
140641
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98033 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (206) 769-3304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1939713
MC
691642
Based in
Woodinville, WA 98072 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (206) 679-3754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trelawny Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trelawny Logistics LLC

USDOT
3477238
MC
1140038
Based in
Everett, WA 98208 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Jordan River Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jordan River Moving LLC

USDOT
901418
MC
391125
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98034 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (206) 236-0808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Move Logistix Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers LLC

USDOT
2416564
MC
135723
Based in
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (425) 775-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

On-It Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On-It Logistic LLC

USDOT
3319655
MC
1056100
Based in
Lynnwood, WA 98037 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (425) 442-8208 Route Verify on FMCSA

Takdir Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3230745
MC
1012863
Based in
Snohomish, WA 98296 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (707) 389-0062 Route Verify on FMCSA

Puget Sound Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Puget Sound Moving INC

USDOT
1885649
MC
679558
Based in
Kent, WA 98033 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (206) 568-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 248 movers in Bothell

Near Santa Barbara (destination)

Aussie Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Aussie Moving INC

USDOT
2424966
MC
876037
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (805) 456-6498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twentyfour7 Msi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Twenty Four 7 Moving Specialists INC

USDOT
1821147
MC
661157
Based in
Carpinteria, CA 93013 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (805) 696-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mammoth Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mammoth Moving Holding Corporation

USDOT
374567
MC
225136
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (805) 968-8643 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Things Home Services LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
8395520
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (805) 245-3822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bushnell Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kenneth Lee Bushnell

USDOT
1355626
MC
608117
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (805) 682-5454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center INC

USDOT
2735884
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (805) 963-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike'S Deliveries

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Miguel A Barrios

USDOT
3008579
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (805) 331-0318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Delivery And Install INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3544323
Based in
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (805) 679-1020 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Santa Barbara

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bothell to Santa Barbara?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,340 to $3,480 for a studio, $3,510 to $5,220 for a one-bedroom, $5,850 to $8,700 for a two-bedroom, $9,360 to $13,920 for a three-bedroom and $12,870 to $19,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Barbara from Bothell?

About 1,101 road miles (933 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Washington 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 Bothell to Santa Barbara?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,580 to $2,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,000 to $2,950. 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 Bothell–Santa Barbara corridor.