Santa Barbara, CA → Clovis, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Barbara to Clovis

About 198 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,870–$4,260, delivery in 1–2 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 279 in Clovis.

198 miroad distance
4 h 7 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,870–$4,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Clovis, California
Road distance: ≈ 198 miles (168 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 7 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 279 (157 interstate)

Reverse: Clovis → Santa Barbara

Moving from Santa Barbara to Clovis is a regional long-distance move of roughly 198 road miles, heading north within 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 $2,870 to $4,260 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 7 min.

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 279 around Clovis (157 interstate). For an in-state 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 Clovis.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Clovis about 129,347. The two cities have comparable density (4,549 and 4,729 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Santa Barbara to Clovis

Full-service estimate for 198 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,870	$3,500	$4,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,590	$5,590	$6,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,310	$7,690	$9,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$500

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,870–$4,260

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

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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 Clovis (destination)

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT: 2800745
MC: 1758995
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1879019
MC: 677886
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (559) 275-3628 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roop Uk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3644963
MC: 1254075
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (570) 604-7785 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr 06 Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330645
MC: 1061322
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 931-9465 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 279 movers in Clovis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Barbara to Clovis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,560 for a one-bedroom, $2,870 to $4,260 for a two-bedroom, $4,590 to $6,820 for a three-bedroom and $6,310 to $9,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clovis from Santa Barbara?

About 198 road miles (168 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 7 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Santa Barbara and Clovis are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Santa Barbara to Clovis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,760. 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–Clovis corridor.