Santa Cruz, CA → Kerrville, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Cruz to Kerrville

About 1,651 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,800–$10,120, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Cruz side and 31 in Kerrville.

1,651 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,800–$10,1202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Cruz, California
To: Kerrville, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,651 miles (1,400 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (6 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (7 interstate)

Reverse: Kerrville → Santa Cruz

The route from Santa Cruz, CA to Kerrville, TX covers roughly 1,651 miles by road, a east-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 $6,800 to $10,120 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 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 31 around Kerrville (7 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 Kerrville.

Santa Cruz has a population of about 62,000 and Kerrville about 25,000. Santa Cruz is considerably denser (4,942 people per square mile versus 1,068), 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 Cruz to Kerrville

Full-service estimate for 1,651 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,720	$3,320	$4,050
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,080	$4,980	$6,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,800	$8,300	$10,120
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,880	$13,270	$16,190
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,970	$18,250	$22,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,300–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,670

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

Full-service mover

$6,800–$10,120

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 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 Kerrville (destination)

Riverhills Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacksons Investment LLC

USDOT: 3561425
MC: 1196218
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 329-7272 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Surplus Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ranger Trailers INC

USDOT: 1066545
MC: 653372
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (830) 775-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rose Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rosalba Avalos

USDOT: 1779973
MC: 649192
Based in: Comfort, TX 78013 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (210) 452-1258 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverhills Enterprise LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3569383
MC: 1201808
Based in: Center Point, TX 78010 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (830) 890-8230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Moving & Climate Controlled Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Stephen Rodriguez

USDOT: 2303224
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (830) 896-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krv Enterprises LLC Series-A

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2374602
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (830) 895-5580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivycreek Reflections

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Integrity Movers LLC

USDOT: 3298576
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 777-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midnight Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Midnight Express Transportation

USDOT: 3362044
Based in: Kerrville, TX 78028 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 285-4210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Kerrville

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Kerrville 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,720 to $4,050 for a studio, $4,080 to $6,070 for a one-bedroom, $6,800 to $10,120 for a two-bedroom, $10,880 to $16,190 for a three-bedroom and $14,970 to $22,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kerrville from Santa Cruz?

About 1,651 road miles (1,400 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 Cruz to Kerrville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,670. 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–Kerrville corridor.