Anaheim, CA

Santa Fe, NM → Anaheim, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Fe to Anaheim

About 802 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,520–$6,730, delivery in 2–5 days, 25 carriers on the Santa Fe side and 1,278 in Anaheim.

  • 802 miroad distance
  • 14 h 32 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,520–$6,7302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 802 miles (680 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 32 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
25 (11 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,278 (560 interstate)

Reverse: Anaheim → Santa Fe

Anaheim sits about 802 miles west of Santa Fe, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Mexico to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,520 to $6,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 32 min.

On the Santa Fe side there are 25 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (11 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,278 around Anaheim (560 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 Anaheim.

Santa Fe has a population of about 90,000 and Anaheim about 341,008. Anaheim is the denser city (6,895 people per square mile versus 1,675 in Santa Fe), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Santa Fe to Anaheim

Full-service estimate for 802 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,810 $2,210 $2,690
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,710 $3,310 $4,040
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,520 $5,520 $6,730
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,240 $8,830 $10,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,950 $12,140 $14,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,120–$1,590

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,550

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

Full-service mover

$4,520–$6,730

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Santa Fe, NM → Anaheim, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Fe (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3240298
MC
1017620
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Pro-Move Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3942498
MC
1464643
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Johnson Southwest Moving Systems

Licensed interstate
USDOT
496334
MC
256060
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Ahl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
295148
MC
283301
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

J & L Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2475716
MC
856379
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Yanez Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3782449
MC
1354533
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Gonzales & Sons Trucking

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
626351
MC
330221
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Wilson Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1195329
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 25 movers in Santa Fe

Near Anaheim (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2714701
MC
117140
Based in
Irvine, CA 92614 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2247083
Based in
Buena Park, CA 90620 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2483381
MC
859536
Based in
Anaheim, CA 92806 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Ttl

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2739945
MC
1129944
Based in
Corona, CA 92881 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293353
MC
1043255
Based in
Santa Ana, CA 92707 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1470669
MC
555361
Based in
Chino, CA 91710 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 1,278 movers in Anaheim

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Fe to Anaheim?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,690 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,040 for a one-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,730 for a two-bedroom, $7,240 to $10,770 for a three-bedroom and $9,950 to $14,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anaheim from Santa Fe?

About 802 road miles (680 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 New Mexico into California 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 Fe to Anaheim?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,120 to $1,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,550. 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 Fe–Anaheim corridor.