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Columbus, GA → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Santa Monica

About 2,285 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,920–$11,780, delivery in 7–14 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 2,285 miroad distance
  • 40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,920–$11,7802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,285 miles (1,937 straight-line)
Drive time
40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Santa Monica is a cross-country move of roughly 2,285 road miles, heading west from Georgia 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 $7,920 to $11,780 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Columbus side there are 138 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 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.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 956 in Columbus), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Georgia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 2,285 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,170 $3,860 $4,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,750 $5,790 $7,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,920 $9,660 $11,780
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,670 $15,450 $18,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,420 $21,250 $25,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,250–$4,590

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

Portable container

$3,060–$4,500

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

Full-service mover

$7,920–$11,780

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Columbus, GA → Santa Monica, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Columbus (origin)

Transworth Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2392424
MC
822379
Based in
Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (706) 221-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aflac INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
814481
Based in
Columbus, GA 31999 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (706) 596-3247 Verify on FMCSA

McCarley Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
92776
MC
129383
Based in
Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (706) 561-5585 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1119388
MC
458315
Based in
Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 718-1244 Route Verify on FMCSA

Np Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Np Trans INC

USDOT
3040529
MC
44363
Based in
Columbus, GA 31909 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (760) 544-6128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Columbus

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC

USDOT
4300155
MC
1674563
Based in
Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (706) 352-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Van Line Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
539836
MC
268369
Based in
Columbus, GA 31903 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (404) 629-0223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1873589
MC
676526
Based in
Upatoi, GA 31829 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (706) 587-6299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 138 movers in Columbus

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 Columbus to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,170 to $4,710 for a studio, $4,750 to $7,070 for a one-bedroom, $7,920 to $11,780 for a two-bedroom, $12,670 to $18,850 for a three-bedroom and $17,420 to $25,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Columbus?

About 2,285 road miles (1,937 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Georgia 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 Columbus to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,250 to $4,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,060 to $4,500. 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 Columbus–Santa Monica corridor.