Santa Clarita, CA → Killeen, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Clarita to Killeen

About 1,447 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 3–7 days, 605 carriers on the Santa Clarita side and 147 in Killeen.

1,447 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Clarita, California
To: Killeen, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,447 miles (1,226 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 605 (262 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Killeen → Santa Clarita

The route from Santa Clarita, CA to Killeen, TX covers roughly 1,447 miles by road, a east-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 $6,390 to $9,510 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Santa Clarita side there are 605 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (262 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 Clarita has a population of about 228,430 and Killeen about 161,883. The two cities have comparable density (3,230 and 2,794 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Clarita to Killeen

Full-service estimate for 1,447 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,830	$4,680	$5,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,390	$7,790	$9,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,230	$12,470	$15,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,060	$17,150	$20,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,090–$2,950

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,400

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

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 Clarita (origin)

Hasa INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 171496
MC: 764166
Based in: Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 164 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 259-5848 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zurich Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zurich Transport LLC

USDOT: 1848932
MC: 771392
Based in: Sylmar, CA 91342 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (310) 513-1348 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Adams Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1183612
MC: 473323
Based in: Sun Valley, CA 91352 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (747) 800-5503 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morbro Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3305894
MC: 1049260
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (818) 568-7787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2275944
MC: 1790211
Based in: Pacoima, CA 91331 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (310) 859-1028 Route Verify on FMCSA

Altar Boys Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rigos Delivery Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2824890
MC: 942690
Based in: Pacoima, CA 91331 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (800) 478-1664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ben Hur Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Precision Moving & Storage Corporation

USDOT: 2569585
MC: 897757
Based in: Chatworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (818) 332-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prodigy Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3983945
MC: 1492541
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (818) 993-8813 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 605 movers in Santa Clarita

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,210 for a three-bedroom and $14,060 to $20,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Killeen from Santa Clarita?

About 1,447 road miles (1,226 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Clarita to Killeen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,090 to $2,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,400. 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 Clarita–Killeen corridor.