Santa Cruz, CA → Saratoga Springs, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Cruz to Saratoga Springs

About 3,012 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,190–$15,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 27 carriers on the Santa Cruz side and 77 in Saratoga Springs.

3,012 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,190–$15,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Cruz, California
To: Saratoga Springs, New York
Road distance: ≈ 3,012 miles (2,552 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (6 interstate)
Movers at destination: 77 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Saratoga Springs → Santa Cruz

Moving from Santa Cruz to Saratoga Springs is a cross-country move of roughly 3,012 road miles, heading northeast from California to New York.

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 $10,190 to $15,160 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 52 hours (6 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 77 around Saratoga Springs (34 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 Saratoga Springs.

Santa Cruz has a population of about 62,000 and Saratoga Springs about 29,000. Santa Cruz is considerably denser (4,942 people per square mile versus 1,015), 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 Saratoga Springs

Full-service estimate for 3,012 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,080	$4,970	$6,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,110	$7,450	$9,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,190	$12,420	$15,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,300	$19,880	$24,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,410	$27,330	$33,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,150–$5,850

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

Portable container

$3,710–$5,450

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

Full-service mover

$10,190–$15,160

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 Saratoga Springs (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arnoff Moving & Storage Of Albany INC

USDOT: 1041699
MC: 422644
Based in: Malta, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (518) 553-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics One Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 566783
MC: 275859
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (518) 587-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sacandaga Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3959312
MC: 1521636
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (518) 577-4365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trackvista

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4290734
MC: 1669439
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (518) 620-3766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paradigm Property Preservation Incorporated

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4098912
Based in: Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (518) 570-0991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tom Clothier Jr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355971
MC: 944300
Based in: Stillwater, NY 12170 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Henry J Moak Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry J Moak

USDOT: 146126
Based in: Schuylerville, NY 12871 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 744-4683 Route Verify on FMCSA

North West Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Marina Shlomovich

USDOT: 1483043
MC: 889880
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (518) 848-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Saratoga Springs

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Cruz to Saratoga Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,080 to $6,060 for a studio, $6,110 to $9,090 for a one-bedroom, $10,190 to $15,160 for a two-bedroom, $16,300 to $24,250 for a three-bedroom and $22,410 to $33,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Saratoga Springs from Santa Cruz?

About 3,012 road miles (2,552 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 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 New York 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 Saratoga Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,150 to $5,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,710 to $5,450. 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–Saratoga Springs corridor.