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

Movers from Santa Barbara to Tyler

About 1,667 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,830–$10,160, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 153 in Tyler.

1,667 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,830–$10,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Tyler, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,667 miles (1,412 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 153 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Tyler → Santa Barbara

Tyler sits about 1,667 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 $6,830 to $10,160 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 29 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 153 around Tyler (66 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 Tyler.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Tyler about 113,723. Santa Barbara is considerably denser (4,549 people per square mile versus 1,843), 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 Tyler

Full-service estimate for 1,667 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,730	$3,330	$4,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,830	$8,330	$10,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,930	$13,330	$16,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,030	$18,330	$22,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,830–$10,160

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 Tyler (destination)

Hutchinson Enterprisesllc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3233476
MC: 1014226
Based in: Tyler, TX 75702 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (321) 318-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crow Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Absolute Towing & Recovery LLC

USDOT: 1870325
MC: 702335
Based in: Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (903) 253-1307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service INC

USDOT: 3767820
MC: 1343917
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 405-5957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tilley Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3059078
MC: 54137
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (903) 714-1893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bumblebee Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642926
MC: 921309
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (903) 530-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mitchell And Mitchell Business Services Corp

USDOT: 4203307
MC: 1621990
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 330-9169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Webber Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3379933
MC: 1084637
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 575-9726 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swann'S Furniture And Design LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091651
MC: 1558866
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (903) 561-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 153 movers in Tyler

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 Santa Barbara to Tyler?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,100 for a one-bedroom, $6,830 to $10,160 for a two-bedroom, $10,930 to $16,260 for a three-bedroom and $15,030 to $22,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tyler from Santa Barbara?

About 1,667 road miles (1,412 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Tyler?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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–Tyler corridor.