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Palm Bay, FL → Santa Monica, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Palm Bay to Santa Monica

About 2,675 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,760–$13,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 105 carriers on the Palm Bay side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 2,675 miroad distance
  • 46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,760–$13,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,675 miles (2,267 straight-line)
Drive time
46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
105 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Palm Bay

Santa Monica sits about 2,675 miles west of Palm Bay, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,760 to $13,030 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Palm Bay side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 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.

Palm Bay has a population of about 148,092 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,386 in Palm Bay), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Palm Bay to Santa Monica

Full-service estimate for 2,675 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,500 $4,270 $5,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,260 $6,410 $7,820
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,760 $10,680 $13,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,020 $17,090 $20,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,270 $23,500 $28,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,650–$5,150

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

Portable container

$3,410–$5,010

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

Full-service mover

$8,760–$13,030

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Palm Bay, FL → 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 Palm Bay (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zytran Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S7even LLC

USDOT
1206797
MC
517817
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (786) 451-3574 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shen Mc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2792487
MC
944153
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (407) 202-0420 Route Verify on FMCSA

James Z Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3699924
MC
1294166
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (917) 500-6601 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Palm Bay

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 Palm Bay to Santa Monica?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,500 to $5,210 for a studio, $5,260 to $7,820 for a one-bedroom, $8,760 to $13,030 for a two-bedroom, $14,020 to $20,850 for a three-bedroom and $19,270 to $28,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Palm Bay?

About 2,675 road miles (2,267 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Florida 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 Palm Bay to Santa Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,650 to $5,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,410 to $5,010. 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 Palm Bay–Santa Monica corridor.