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Hood River, OR → Santa Monica, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hood River to Santa Monica

About 972 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,300–$7,890, delivery in 2–5 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 972 miroad distance
  • 17 h 28 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,300–$7,8902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 972 miles (824 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 28 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Hood River

The route from Hood River, OR to Santa Monica, CA covers roughly 972 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,300 to $7,890 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 28 min.

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 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.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 3,188 in Hood River), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hood River to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 972 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,120 $2,590 $3,160
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,740
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,300 $6,470 $7,890
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,490 $10,350 $12,630
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,670 $14,230 $17,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$5,300–$7,890

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Hood River, OR → 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 Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2264228
MC
797196
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1078021
MC
133654
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2250613
MC
823545
Based in
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3005779
MC
26493
Based in
Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700816
MC
1294825
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1554097
MC
577032
Based in
Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4391520
MC
1722817
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT
3573105
MC
1204270
Based in
Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

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 Hood River to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,120 to $3,160 for a studio, $3,180 to $4,740 for a one-bedroom, $5,300 to $7,890 for a two-bedroom, $8,490 to $12,630 for a three-bedroom and $11,670 to $17,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Hood River?

About 972 road miles (824 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 28 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Hood River to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 Hood River–Santa Monica corridor.