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Hialeah, FL → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hialeah to Santa Monica

About 2,762 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,920–$13,260, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,142 carriers on the Hialeah side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 2,762 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,920–$13,2602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,762 miles (2,341 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,142 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Hialeah

Santa Monica sits about 2,762 miles northwest of Hialeah, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,920 to $13,260 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hialeah side there are 2,142 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (675 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.

Hialeah has a population of about 230,968 and Santa Monica about 92,000. The two cities have comparable density (10,329 and 11,069 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Hialeah to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 2,762 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,570 $4,350 $5,310
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,350 $6,520 $7,960
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,920 $10,870 $13,260
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,260 $17,400 $21,220
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,610 $23,920 $29,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,890–$5,490

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

Portable container

$3,490–$5,130

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

Full-service mover

$8,920–$13,260

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 Hialeah (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
5711188
MC
95178387
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT
825788
MC
9440
Based in
Hialeah, FL 33018 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT
263813
MC
186356
Based in
Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered
1985
Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT
1876301
MC
677204
Based in
Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ryder Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
299073
MC
191394
Based in
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,471 trucks, 6,210 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT
1284430
MC
494689
Based in
Opa Locka, FL 33054 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4296088
MC
1672392
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4246651
MC
1645441
Based in
Hialeah, FL 33012 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,142 movers in Hialeah

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 Hialeah to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,570 to $5,310 for a studio, $5,350 to $7,960 for a one-bedroom, $8,920 to $13,260 for a two-bedroom, $14,260 to $21,220 for a three-bedroom and $19,610 to $29,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Hialeah?

About 2,762 road miles (2,341 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Florida 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 Hialeah to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,890 to $5,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,490 to $5,130. 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 Hialeah–Santa Monica corridor.