Santa Barbara, CA → Killeen, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Barbara to Killeen

About 1,529 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,590–$9,800, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 147 in Killeen.

1,529 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,590–$9,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Killeen, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,529 miles (1,295 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Killeen → Santa Barbara

Killeen sits about 1,529 miles east of Santa Barbara, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Texas 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 $6,590 to $9,800 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 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 147 around Killeen (55 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 Killeen.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Killeen about 161,883. Santa Barbara is considerably denser (4,549 people per square mile versus 2,794), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Barbara to Killeen

Full-service estimate for 1,529 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,590	$8,030	$9,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,540	$12,860	$15,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,490	$17,680	$21,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,510

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

Full-service mover

$6,590–$9,800

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 Killeen (destination)

Twc Standards Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3463373
MC: 1131239
Based in: Killeen, TX 76549 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (254) 383-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Travis Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1943393
MC: 1137178
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

H Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1949168
MC: 190078
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgeline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3245378
MC: 939007
Based in: Salado, TX 76571 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (512) 289-4192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mad Monkey Industries LLC

USDOT: 4445554
MC: 1751102
Based in: Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (254) 768-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Associated Movers INC

USDOT: 3019601
MC: 94721
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (512) 452-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Freight Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534253
MC: 1798380
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (254) 345-1008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nice Touch LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 7727984
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (310) 307-1760 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Killeen

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Killeen accordingly.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,590 to $9,800 for a two-bedroom, $10,540 to $15,680 for a three-bedroom and $14,490 to $21,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Killeen from Santa Barbara?

About 1,529 road miles (1,295 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Killeen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,510. 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–Killeen corridor.