Santa Barbara, CA → Cherry Hill, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Barbara to Cherry Hill

About 2,908 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,700–$14,440, delivery in 7–14 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 838 in Cherry Hill.

2,908 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,700–$14,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,908 miles (2,465 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 838 (563 interstate)

Reverse: Cherry Hill → Santa Barbara

The route from Santa Barbara, CA to Cherry Hill, NJ covers roughly 2,908 miles by road, a east-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 $9,700 to $14,440 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Santa Barbara side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (9 of them authorized for interstate work), and 838 around Cherry Hill (563 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 Cherry Hill.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Cherry Hill about 74,000. Cherry Hill is the denser city (20,442 people per square mile versus 4,549 in Santa Barbara), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Santa Barbara to Cherry Hill

Full-service estimate for 2,908 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,820	$7,100	$8,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,700	$11,830	$14,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,520	$18,930	$23,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,350	$26,030	$31,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,040–$5,700

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

Portable container

$3,620–$5,320

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

Full-service mover

$9,700–$14,440

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 Santa Barbara (origin)

Aussie Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Aussie Moving INC

USDOT: 2424966
MC: 876037
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (805) 456-6498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twentyfour7 Msi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Twenty Four 7 Moving Specialists INC

USDOT: 1821147
MC: 661157
Based in: Carpinteria, CA 93013 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (805) 696-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mammoth Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mammoth Moving Holding Corporation

USDOT: 374567
MC: 225136
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (805) 968-8643 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Things Home Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8395520
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (805) 245-3822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bushnell Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kenneth Lee Bushnell

USDOT: 1355626
MC: 608117
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (805) 682-5454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center INC

USDOT: 2735884
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 963-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike'S Deliveries

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Miguel A Barrios

USDOT: 3008579
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (805) 331-0318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Delivery And Install INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3544323
Based in: Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (805) 679-1020 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Santa Barbara

Near Cherry Hill (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT: 751209
MC: 339982
Based in: Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flower Transfer Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC

USDOT: 346532
MC: 201014
Based in: Sewell, NJ 08080 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (856) 468-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ambrogi Food Dist

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 392622
MC: 1150741
Based in: Westville, NJ 08093 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (856) 845-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1077521
MC: 449417
Based in: West Deptford, NJ 08086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (856) 931-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Ladies And A Gentleman Moving Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447256
MC: 1751983
Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (856) 266-1587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534142
MC: 880980
Based in: Philadelphia, PA 19115 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (215) 383-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 838 movers in Cherry Hill

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Cherry Hill accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Barbara to Cherry Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,880 to $5,770 for a studio, $5,820 to $8,660 for a one-bedroom, $9,700 to $14,440 for a two-bedroom, $15,520 to $23,100 for a three-bedroom and $21,350 to $31,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cherry Hill from Santa Barbara?

About 2,908 road miles (2,465 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 California into New Jersey 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 Santa Barbara to Cherry Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,040 to $5,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,620 to $5,320. 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 Santa Barbara–Cherry Hill corridor.