Santa Clarita, CA

Killeen, TX → Santa Clarita, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Killeen to Santa Clarita

About 1,447 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 3–7 days, 147 carriers on the Killeen side and 605 in Santa Clarita.

  • 1,447 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,447 miles (1,226 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
147 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
605 (262 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Clarita → Killeen

Santa Clarita sits about 1,447 miles west of Killeen, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $6,390 to $9,510 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 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 605 around Santa Clarita (262 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 Clarita.

Killeen has a population of about 161,883 and Santa Clarita about 228,430. The two cities have comparable density (2,794 and 3,230 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Clarita

Full-service estimate for 1,447 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,560 $3,120 $3,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,830 $4,680 $5,700
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,390 $7,790 $9,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,230 $12,470 $15,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,060 $17,150 $20,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,090–$2,950

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,400

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

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 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

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4445554
MC
1751102
Based in
Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3019601
MC
94721
Based in
Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

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

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

All 147 movers in Killeen

Near Santa Clarita (destination)

Hasa INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
171496
MC
764166
Based in
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
164 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Zurich Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1848932
MC
771392
Based in
Sylmar, CA 91342 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

John Adams Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1183612
MC
473323
Based in
Sun Valley, CA 91352 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Morbro Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3305894
MC
1049260
Based in
Chatsworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2275944
MC
1790211
Based in
Pacoima, CA 91331 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Altar Boys Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2824890
MC
942690
Based in
Pacoima, CA 91331 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Ben Hur Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2569585
MC
897757
Based in
Chatworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Prodigy Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3983945
MC
1492541
Based in
Chatsworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

All 605 movers in Santa Clarita

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,210 for a three-bedroom and $14,060 to $20,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Clarita from Killeen?

About 1,447 road miles (1,226 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Clarita?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,090 to $2,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,400. 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 Clarita corridor.