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Killeen, TX → Santa Barbara, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Killeen to Santa Barbara

About 1,529 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,590–$9,800, delivery in 5–10 days, 147 carriers on the Killeen side and 27 in Santa Barbara.

  • 1,529 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,590–$9,8002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,529 miles (1,295 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
147 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
27 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Barbara → Killeen

The route from Killeen, TX to Santa Barbara, CA covers roughly 1,529 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 $6,590 to $9,800 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 Killeen side there are 147 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 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.

Killeen has a population of about 161,883 and Santa Barbara about 88,000. Santa Barbara is the denser city (4,549 people per square mile versus 2,794 in Killeen), 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 Killeen to Santa Barbara

Full-service estimate for 1,529 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,640 $3,210 $3,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,950 $4,820 $5,880
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,590 $8,030 $9,800
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,540 $12,860 $15,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,490 $17,680 $21,560

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–$3,510

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

Full-service mover

$6,590–$9,800

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Killeen, TX → Santa Barbara, 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 Killeen (origin)

Twc Standards Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3463373
MC
1131239
Based in
Killeen, TX 76549 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (254) 383-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Travis Moving And Storage INC

USDOT
1943393
MC
1137178
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

H Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1949168
MC
190078
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgeline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245378
MC
939007
Based in
Salado, TX 76571 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (512) 289-4192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mad Monkey Industries LLC

USDOT
4445554
MC
1751102
Based in
Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (254) 768-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Associated Movers INC

USDOT
3019601
MC
94721
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (512) 452-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Freight Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4534253
MC
1798380
Based in
Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (254) 345-1008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nice Touch LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
7727984
Based in
Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (310) 307-1760 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Killeen

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,590 to $9,800 for a two-bedroom, $10,540 to $15,680 for a three-bedroom and $14,490 to $21,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Barbara from Killeen?

About 1,529 road miles (1,295 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 Killeen to Santa Barbara?

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 $3,510. 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 Killeen–Santa Barbara corridor.