Santa Maria, CA

Fredericksburg, TX → Santa Maria, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fredericksburg to Santa Maria

About 1,526 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,580–$9,790, delivery in 5–10 days, 11 carriers on the Fredericksburg side and 42 in Santa Maria.

  • 1,526 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,580–$9,7902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,526 miles (1,293 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Maria → Fredericksburg

Moving from Fredericksburg to Santa Maria is a cross-country move of roughly 1,526 road miles, heading west from Texas 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 $6,580 to $9,790 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Fredericksburg side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Santa Maria (23 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 Maria.

Fredericksburg has a population of about 11,000 and Santa Maria about 111,390. Santa Maria is the denser city (4,812 people per square mile versus 1,138 in Fredericksburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fredericksburg to Santa Maria

Full-service estimate for 1,526 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,630 $3,210 $3,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,950 $4,820 $5,880
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,580 $8,030 $9,790
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,530 $12,840 $15,670
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,480 $17,660 $21,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$6,580–$9,790

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Fredericksburg (origin)

Affordable Movers Of The Hill Country LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1937257
MC
981080
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Allied Moving & Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3349014
MC
1070341
Based in
Fredericksbrg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

A & L Moving LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2641216
MC
968782
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Sokoloff Transport

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2529407
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Anchor Moving Services INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2783059
Based in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

4 Pardners Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4491786
MC
1775681
Based in
Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Diamond Classic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3665387
MC
1268885
Based in
Mason, TX 76856 (38 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Fast Fietz Moving

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2862121
Based in
Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All 11 movers in Fredericksburg

Near Santa Maria (destination)

Johnboy'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2383920
MC
818987
Based in
Oceano, CA 93445 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
153048
MC
11663
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sarabia Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2844846
MC
953585
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Rivera Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2807289
MC
1030656
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Cal Coast Ag Services LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4380715
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Triple A Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2356410
MC
807169
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Louie'S Central Coast Movers & Laborers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2069509
MC
723441
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Zarate Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968090
MC
698504
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93458 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 42 movers in Santa Maria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fredericksburg to Santa Maria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a two-bedroom, $10,530 to $15,670 for a three-bedroom and $14,480 to $21,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Maria from Fredericksburg?

About 1,526 road miles (1,293 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 Texas 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 Fredericksburg to Santa Maria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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 Fredericksburg–Santa Maria corridor.