Santa Clarita, CA → Portland, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Clarita to Portland

About 3,105 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,530–$14,180, delivery in 7–14 days, 605 carriers on the Santa Clarita side and 113 in Portland.

3,105 miroad distance
54 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,530–$14,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Clarita, California
To: Portland, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 3,105 miles (2,632 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 605 (262 interstate)
Movers at destination: 113 (63 interstate)

Reverse: Portland → Santa Clarita

The route from Santa Clarita, CA to Portland, ME covers roughly 3,105 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,530 to $14,180 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 54 hours (7 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 113 around Portland (63 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 Portland.

Santa Clarita has a population of about 228,430 and Portland about 69,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,230 and 3,176 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Maine 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 Clarita to Portland

Full-service estimate for 3,105 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,810	$4,650	$5,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,720	$6,970	$8,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,530	$11,620	$14,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,250	$18,600	$22,690
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,970	$25,570	$31,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,240–$5,990

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

Portable container

$3,790–$5,580

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

Full-service mover

$9,530–$14,180

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 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 Portland (destination)

Sysco Northern New England INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 284941
MC: 1099777
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (207) 871-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dump Guy LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2421539
MC: 1270956
Based in: Scarborough, ME 04074 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (207) 450-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bisson Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9153
MC: 237741
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 514-1060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earle W Noyes & Sons Moving Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Earle W Noyes & Son

USDOT: 51022
MC: 38092
Based in: Portland, ME 04101 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 775-5876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3486792
MC: 1146232
Based in: Gorham, ME 04038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (833) 737-6278 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & B Towinggateway Auto LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 859406
MC: 383664
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (207) 772-4236 Route Verify on FMCSA

Local Muscle LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2162841
MC: 822854
Based in: Portland, ME 04103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (207) 370-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC

USDOT: 2926493
MC: 987632
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (207) 835-8440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Portland

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Portland 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 Clarita to Portland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,810 to $5,670 for a studio, $5,720 to $8,510 for a one-bedroom, $9,530 to $14,180 for a two-bedroom, $15,250 to $22,690 for a three-bedroom and $20,970 to $31,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portland from Santa Clarita?

About 3,105 road miles (2,632 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 hours (7 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Maine 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 Portland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,240 to $5,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,790 to $5,580. 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–Portland corridor.