Hampton, VA → Santa Barbara, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hampton to Santa Barbara

About 2,857 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,210–$13,700, delivery in 7–14 days, 157 carriers on the Hampton side and 27 in Santa Barbara.

2,857 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,210–$13,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hampton, Virginia
To: Santa Barbara, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,857 miles (2,421 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 157 (88 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Barbara → Hampton

The route from Hampton, VA to Santa Barbara, CA covers roughly 2,857 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $9,210 to $13,700 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hampton side there are 157 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (88 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.

Hampton has a population of about 137,315 and Santa Barbara about 88,000. Santa Barbara is the denser city (4,549 people per square mile versus 2,663 in Hampton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hampton to Santa Barbara

Full-service estimate for 2,857 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,680	$4,490	$5,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,520	$6,740	$8,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,210	$11,230	$13,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,730	$17,960	$21,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,250	$24,700	$30,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,990–$5,630

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

Portable container

$3,570–$5,250

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

Full-service mover

$9,210–$13,700

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 Hampton (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

USDOT: 795385
MC: 354379
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23504 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Security Storage & Van Company Of Norfolk Va INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 121073
MC: 128699
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monroe Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 169188
MC: 129470
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT: 537377
MC: 268065
Based in: Yorktown, VA 23692 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daltonkelly&sons INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2832635
MC: 5506
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (757) 309-3837 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Virginia Beach I LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3786641
MC: 1357542
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green Fuel Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1408368
MC: 534483
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (757) 348-9515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tidewater Moving And Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2929288
MC: 1077820
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 282-6344 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 157 movers in Hampton

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

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Santa Barbara accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,680 to $5,480 for a studio, $5,520 to $8,220 for a one-bedroom, $9,210 to $13,700 for a two-bedroom, $14,730 to $21,910 for a three-bedroom and $20,250 to $30,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Barbara from Hampton?

About 2,857 road miles (2,421 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 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 Virginia 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 Hampton to Santa Barbara?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,990 to $5,630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,570 to $5,250. 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 Hampton–Santa Barbara corridor.