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League City, TX → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from League City to Santa Monica

About 1,659 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,820–$10,140, delivery in 5–10 days, 187 carriers on the League City side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 1,659 miroad distance
  • 29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,820–$10,1402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,659 miles (1,406 straight-line)
Drive time
29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
187 (79 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → League City

The route from League City, TX to Santa Monica, CA covers roughly 1,659 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 $6,820 to $10,140 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the League City side there are 187 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (79 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.

League City has a population of about 119,905 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 2,230 in League City), 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 League City to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 1,659 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,730 $3,330 $4,060
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,090 $4,990 $6,090
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,820 $8,310 $10,140
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,910 $13,300 $16,230
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,000 $18,290 $22,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,300–$3,250

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

Portable container

$2,500–$3,680

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

Full-service mover

$6,820–$10,140

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 League City (origin)

Gulf Winds International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
690147
MC
320104
Based in
Seabrook, TX 77586 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
731 trucks, 719 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (713) 747-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

Debusk Services Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: USA Debusk LLC

USDOT
2297953
MC
931121
Based in
Deer Park, TX 77536 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
779 trucks, 659 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (281) 941-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excargo Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
242877
MC
173420
Based in
Houston, TX 77034 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pioneer Freight LTD

USDOT
1332675
MC
514641
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77507 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (832) 714-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2090316
MC
729281
Based in
Santa Fe, TX 77510 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics Specialty Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4187400
MC
1613192
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77504 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (346) 578-6862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697335
MC
1292296
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Citizen Global Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3484545
MC
1144768
Based in
Houston, TX 77089 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (281) 935-6679 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 187 movers in League City

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 League City to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,060 for a studio, $4,090 to $6,090 for a one-bedroom, $6,820 to $10,140 for a two-bedroom, $10,910 to $16,230 for a three-bedroom and $15,000 to $22,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from League City?

About 1,659 road miles (1,406 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 League City to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,500 to $3,680. 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 League City–Santa Monica corridor.