Santa Barbara, CA → Eugene, OR · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Barbara to Eugene

About 816 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,850–$7,220, delivery in 2–5 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 49 in Eugene.

816 miroad distance
14 h 46 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,850–$7,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Eugene, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 816 miles (691 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 46 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Eugene → Santa Barbara

The route from Santa Barbara, CA to Eugene, OR covers roughly 816 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,850 to $7,220 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 46 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 49 around Eugene (25 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 Eugene.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Eugene about 178,618. The two cities have comparable density (4,549 and 3,997 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Oregon 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 Eugene

Full-service estimate for 816 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,940	$2,370	$2,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,910	$3,550	$4,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,850	$5,920	$7,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,770	$9,470	$11,550
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,680	$13,020	$15,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,140–$1,610

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

Portable container

$1,750–$2,570

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

Full-service mover

$4,850–$7,220

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 Eugene (destination)

Thomas & Son Distributors

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arnold J Thomas & Son INC

USDOT: 61163
MC: 152430
Based in: Springfield, OR 97478 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 98 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 808-3746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fateh Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3086782
MC: 69673
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (541) 913-0208 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lanz Cabinet Shop INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 495349
MC: 23920
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (541) 485-4050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cross Town Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cross Town Movers INC

USDOT: 985339
MC: 227345
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (541) 683-5211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Active Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 249136
MC: 308761
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (541) 688-5801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1313831
MC: 662724
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (541) 343-6155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skinny Wimp Moving Of Eugene

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wolf Brothers Entertainment LLC

USDOT: 3270761
MC: 1493277
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (541) 531-3634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Delivery Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael A Swaim

USDOT: 2102557
MC: 28863
Based in: Creswell, OR 97426 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Eugene

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,940 to $2,890 for a studio, $2,910 to $4,330 for a one-bedroom, $4,850 to $7,220 for a two-bedroom, $7,770 to $11,550 for a three-bedroom and $10,680 to $15,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eugene from Santa Barbara?

About 816 road miles (691 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 46 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Eugene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,140 to $1,610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,750 to $2,570. 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–Eugene corridor.