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Oshkosh, WI → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Oshkosh to Santa Monica

About 2,050 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,470–$11,120, delivery in 5–10 days, 114 carriers on the Oshkosh side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 2,050 miroad distance
  • 36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,470–$11,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,050 miles (1,737 straight-line)
Drive time
36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
114 (56 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Oshkosh

The route from Oshkosh, WI to Santa Monica, CA covers roughly 2,050 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 $7,470 to $11,120 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

On the Oshkosh side there are 114 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (56 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.

Oshkosh has a population of about 66,000 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 2,468 in Oshkosh), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Wisconsin, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Oshkosh to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 2,050 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,990 $3,640 $4,450
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,480 $5,470 $6,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,470 $9,110 $11,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,950 $14,580 $17,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,440 $20,050 $24,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,860–$4,030

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

Portable container

$2,850–$4,190

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

Full-service mover

$7,470–$11,120

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Oshkosh, WI → 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 Oshkosh (origin)

Valley Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
703852
MC
325475
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54904 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (920) 231-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Herlache Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2435372
MC
839732
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54904 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (920) 471-1178 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oblewski Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oblewski Trucking LLC

USDOT
1806721
MC
656728
Based in
Omro, WI 54963 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (920) 385-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Shore Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1718063
MC
630062
Based in
Neenah, WI 54956 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (920) 886-8717 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Time Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3112432
MC
83402
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (920) 509-2354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elong Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4462071
MC
1759859
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54902 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (920) 573-4341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mv3 Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3120821
MC
87849
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (920) 279-2838 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dm&a Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700210
MC
1294372
Based in
Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (775) 846-6423 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 114 movers in Oshkosh

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 Oshkosh to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,990 to $4,450 for a studio, $4,480 to $6,670 for a one-bedroom, $7,470 to $11,120 for a two-bedroom, $11,950 to $17,790 for a three-bedroom and $16,440 to $24,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Oshkosh?

About 2,050 road miles (1,737 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Wisconsin 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 Oshkosh to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,860 to $4,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,850 to $4,190. 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 Oshkosh–Santa Monica corridor.