Santa Maria, CA → College Station, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Maria to College Station

About 1,689 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,870–$10,220, delivery in 5–10 days, 42 carriers on the Santa Maria side and 110 in College Station.

1,689 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,870–$10,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Maria, California
To: College Station, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,689 miles (1,431 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 42 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 110 (35 interstate)

Reverse: College Station → Santa Maria

The route from Santa Maria, CA to College Station, TX covers roughly 1,689 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 $6,870 to $10,220 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 Maria side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 110 around College Station (35 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 College Station.

Santa Maria has a population of about 111,390 and College Station about 127,472. Santa Maria is considerably denser (4,812 people per square mile versus 2,354), 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 Maria to College Station

Full-service estimate for 1,689 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,750	$3,350	$4,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,120	$5,030	$6,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,870	$8,380	$10,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,990	$13,400	$16,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,110	$18,430	$22,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,300

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

Portable container

$2,530–$3,720

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

Full-service mover

$6,870–$10,220

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 Maria (origin)

Johnboy'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2383920
MC: 818987
Based in: Oceano, CA 93445 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (805) 474-4357 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 153048
MC: 11663
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (805) 925-2912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sarabia Transports LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2844846
MC: 953585
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

Rivera Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2807289
MC: 1030656
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 260-9847 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal Coast Ag Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4380715
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 922-8406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple A Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2356410
MC: 807169
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (805) 868-5364 Route Verify on FMCSA

Louie'S Central Coast Movers & Laborers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2069509
MC: 723441
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (805) 925-7923 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zarate Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Francisco Javier Zarate

USDOT: 1968090
MC: 698504
Based in: Santa Maria, CA 93458 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (805) 260-9063 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Santa Maria

Near College Station (destination)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3517665
MC: 1166477
Based in: Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3997826
MC: 1543389
Based in: Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2566642
MC: 896373
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1384337
MC: 527500
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT: 4174624
MC: 1606308
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 115045
MC: 133712
Based in: College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1320848
MC: 511132
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4117888
MC: 1574291
Based in: Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in College Station 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 Maria to College Station?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,750 to $4,090 for a studio, $4,120 to $6,130 for a one-bedroom, $6,870 to $10,220 for a two-bedroom, $10,990 to $16,350 for a three-bedroom and $15,110 to $22,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is College Station from Santa Maria?

About 1,689 road miles (1,431 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 Maria to College Station?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,530 to $3,720. 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 Maria–College Station corridor.