Santa Cruz, CA → Coronado, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Cruz to Coronado

About 480 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,140–$6,160, delivery in 1–3 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Cruz side and 193 in Coronado.

480 miroad distance
8 h 59 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$4,140–$6,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Cruz, California
To: Coronado, California
Road distance: ≈ 480 miles (407 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 59 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 27 (6 interstate)
Movers at destination: 193 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Coronado → Santa Cruz

Moving from Santa Cruz to Coronado is a regional long-distance move of roughly 480 road miles, heading southeast within California.

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 $4,140 to $6,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 59 min.

On the Santa Cruz side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (6 of them authorized for interstate work), and 193 around Coronado (66 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 Coronado.

Santa Cruz has a population of about 62,000 and Coronado about 21,000. Santa Cruz is considerably denser (4,942 people per square mile versus 2,587), 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 Cruz to Coronado

Full-service estimate for 480 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,660	$2,020	$2,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,140	$5,050	$6,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,620	$8,070	$9,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,100	$11,100	$13,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$790–$1,120

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,130

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

Full-service mover

$4,140–$6,160

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 Cruz (origin)

Lambert And Son Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bill Lambert

USDOT: 3528657
MC: 1220611
Based in: Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 777-4265 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edward W Grace

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1559365
MC: 643222
Based in: Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (831) 465-6865 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denise Hoselton Living Tr

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4197804
MC: 1618833
Based in: Brookdale, CA 95007 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (831) 704-6804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delivertron

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Delivertron LLC

USDOT: 3592367
Based in: Boulder Creek, CA 95006 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (831) 293-4823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Locatelli Moving And Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1891836
Based in: Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (831) 425-7775 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coast Paper & Supply

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2666577
Based in: Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 423-3350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rational Moving INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3393511
MC: 1565780
Based in: Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 425-1448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Load

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Robert D Joseph

USDOT: 2773290
Based in: Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (831) 419-5395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Santa Cruz

Near Coronado (destination)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Direct & Export Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3208894
MC: 1072778
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 638-0473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Id Enterprise INC

USDOT: 2771974
MC: 1160494
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 244-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jesse Fernando Leal Rivera

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jessie Fernando Leal Rivera

USDOT: 3804829
MC: 1370841
Based in: San Ysidro, CA 92173 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (619) 862-1508 Route Verify on FMCSA

National City Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: National City Transfer & Storage Co INC

USDOT: 56567
MC: 66993
Based in: National City, CA 91950 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (619) 477-2774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynapack Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3144828
MC: 101534
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 962-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 193 movers in Coronado

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Cruz to Coronado?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,460 for a studio, $2,480 to $3,690 for a one-bedroom, $4,140 to $6,160 for a two-bedroom, $6,620 to $9,850 for a three-bedroom and $9,100 to $13,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coronado from Santa Cruz?

About 480 road miles (407 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Cruz and Coronado 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 Cruz to Coronado?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $790 to $1,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,130. 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 Cruz–Coronado corridor.