Plymouth, MA → Santa Ana, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Plymouth to Santa Ana

About 3,073 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,220–$15,210, delivery in 7–14 days, 37 carriers on the Plymouth side and 984 in Santa Ana.

3,073 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,220–$15,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Plymouth, Massachusetts
To: Santa Ana, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,073 miles (2,604 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 984 (394 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Ana → Plymouth

Moving from Plymouth to Santa Ana is a cross-country move of roughly 3,073 road miles, heading west from Massachusetts to California.

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 $10,220 to $15,210 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 53 hours (6 driving days).

On the Plymouth side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 984 around Santa Ana (394 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 Ana.

Plymouth has a population of about 65,000 and Santa Ana about 315,586. Plymouth is considerably denser (27,353 people per square mile versus 11,364), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Plymouth to Santa Ana

Full-service estimate for 3,073 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,130	$7,480	$9,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,220	$12,470	$15,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,360	$19,950	$24,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,490	$27,430	$33,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,210–$5,940

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

Portable container

$3,760–$5,530

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

Full-service mover

$10,220–$15,210

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 Plymouth (origin)

Sysco Boston LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 49541
MC: 1099731
Based in: Plympton, MA 02367 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 234 trucks, 257 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 422-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

C C Construction INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 402399
Based in: Plymouth, MA 02360 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (508) 398-1811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cape Cargo INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 813744
MC: 406241
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (508) 833-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1108840
MC: 456026
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (401) 825-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perry'S Transit

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: John Perry

USDOT: 2069425
MC: 723392
Based in: Carver, MA 02330 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (781) 724-7172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 436103
MC: 223136
Based in: Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (508) 947-7347 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burkhardt Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 148684
MC: 3844
Based in: Marshfield, MA 02050 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 337-0144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whitehall Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roger Lee Hall

USDOT: 801850
MC: 313832
Based in: Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (774) 213-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Plymouth

Near Santa Ana (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 2714701
MC: 117140
Based in: Irvine, CA 92614 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (714) 552-9014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2483381
MC: 859536
Based in: Anaheim, CA 92806 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3293353
MC: 1043255
Based in: Santa Ana, CA 92707 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1030265
MC: 987394
Based in: Irvine, CA 92618 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2448815
MC: 845207
Based in: Irvine, CA 92603 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 984 movers in Santa Ana

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Plymouth to Santa Ana?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,090 to $6,080 for a studio, $6,130 to $9,130 for a one-bedroom, $10,220 to $15,210 for a two-bedroom, $16,360 to $24,340 for a three-bedroom and $22,490 to $33,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Ana from Plymouth?

About 3,073 road miles (2,604 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 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 Massachusetts 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 Plymouth to Santa Ana?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,210 to $5,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,760 to $5,530. 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 Plymouth–Santa Ana corridor.