Coronado, CA → Santa Ana, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Coronado to Santa Ana

About 101 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,430–$3,610, delivery in 1–2 days, 193 carriers on the Coronado side and 984 in Santa Ana.

101 miroad distance
2 h 27 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,430–$3,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Coronado, California
To: Santa Ana, California
Road distance: ≈ 101 miles (86 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 27 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 193 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination: 984 (394 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Ana → Coronado

Moving from Coronado to Santa Ana is a short-haul move of roughly 101 road miles, heading northwest within California.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 27 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,430 and $3,610, before packing or storage.

On the Coronado side there are 193 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 984 around Santa Ana (394 interstate). For an in-state 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 Ana.

Coronado has a population of about 21,000 and Santa Ana about 315,586. Santa Ana is the denser city (11,364 people per square mile versus 2,587 in Coronado), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Coronado to Santa Ana

Full-service estimate for 101 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,430	$2,960	$3,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,890	$4,740	$5,780
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,340	$6,520	$7,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$360

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,630

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

Full-service mover

$2,430–$3,610

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Coronado (origin)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Direct & Export Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3208894
MC: 1072778
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 638-0473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Id Enterprise INC

USDOT: 2771974
MC: 1160494
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 244-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jesse Fernando Leal Rivera

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jessie Fernando Leal Rivera

USDOT: 3804829
MC: 1370841
Based in: San Ysidro, CA 92173 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (619) 862-1508 Route Verify on FMCSA

National City Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: National City Transfer & Storage Co INC

USDOT: 56567
MC: 66993
Based in: National City, CA 91950 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (619) 477-2774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynapack Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3144828
MC: 101534
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 962-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 193 movers in Coronado

Near Santa Ana (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 2714701
MC: 117140
Based in: Irvine, CA 92614 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (714) 552-9014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2483381
MC: 859536
Based in: Anaheim, CA 92806 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3293353
MC: 1043255
Based in: Santa Ana, CA 92707 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1030265
MC: 987394
Based in: Irvine, CA 92618 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2448815
MC: 845207
Based in: Irvine, CA 92603 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 984 movers in Santa Ana

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Coronado and Santa Ana is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Santa Ana with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Near Santa Ana

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Coronado to Santa Ana?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,430 to $3,610 for a two-bedroom, $3,890 to $5,780 for a three-bedroom and $5,340 to $7,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Ana from Coronado?

About 101 road miles (86 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 27 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Coronado and Santa Ana are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Coronado to Santa Ana?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,630. 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 Coronado–Santa Ana corridor.