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

Movers from Santa Barbara to Victorville

About 159 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,690–$4,000, delivery in 1–2 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Barbara side and 213 in Victorville.

159 miroad distance
3 h 27 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,690–$4,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Barbara, California
To: Victorville, California
Road distance: ≈ 159 miles (135 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 27 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 27 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 213 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Victorville → Santa Barbara

Victorville sits about 159 miles east of Santa Barbara, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,690 to $4,000 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 3 h 27 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 213 around Victorville (127 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 Victorville.

Santa Barbara has a population of about 88,000 and Victorville about 141,395. Santa Barbara is considerably denser (4,549 people per square mile versus 1,829), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Santa Barbara to Victorville

Full-service estimate for 159 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	$1,610	$1,970	$2,400
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,690	$3,280	$4,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,300	$5,250	$6,400
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,920	$7,220	$8,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$2,690–$4,000

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

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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 Victorville (destination)

Desert Valley Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssi And Associates INC

USDOT: 1358342
MC: 520858
Based in: Apple Valley, CA 92307 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (760) 240-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdt Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4301360
MC: 1675196
Based in: Victorville, CA 92394 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (760) 596-0458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amador Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3455917
MC: 1373771
Based in: Phelan, CA 92371 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (951) 456-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Limon'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1300420
MC: 506421
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92345 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 956-8634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid West Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1643187
MC: 605288
Based in: Victorville, CA 92395 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 201-2007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palencia'S Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3641899
MC: 1385419
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (213) 949-3411 Route Verify on FMCSA

Generational Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3940172
MC: 1463090
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92344 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (442) 251-8925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angels Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1314843
MC: 509486
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (909) 503-6534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Victorville

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Santa Barbara–Victorville corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,400 for a one-bedroom, $2,690 to $4,000 for a two-bedroom, $4,300 to $6,400 for a three-bedroom and $5,920 to $8,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Victorville from Santa Barbara?

About 159 road miles (135 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 27 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 Victorville 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 Victorville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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–Victorville corridor.