Santa Maria, CA → Fredericksburg, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Maria to Fredericksburg

About 1,526 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,580–$9,790, delivery in 5–10 days, 42 carriers on the Santa Maria side and 11 in Fredericksburg.

1,526 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,580–$9,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Maria, California
To: Fredericksburg, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,526 miles (1,293 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 42 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Santa Maria

The route from Santa Maria, CA to Fredericksburg, TX covers roughly 1,526 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 $6,580 to $9,790 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 27 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 11 around Fredericksburg (4 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 Fredericksburg.

Santa Maria has a population of about 111,390 and Fredericksburg about 11,000. Santa Maria is considerably denser (4,812 people per square mile versus 1,138), 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 Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 1,526 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,580	$8,030	$9,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,530	$12,840	$15,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,480	$17,660	$21,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$6,580–$9,790

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 Fredericksburg (destination)

Affordable Movers Of The Hill Country LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1937257
MC: 981080
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (830) 997-9110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allied Moving & Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3349014
MC: 1070341
Based in: Fredericksbrg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 456-2303 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & L Moving LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2641216
MC: 968782
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (830) 456-2571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sokoloff Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Maxmillian Sokoloff

USDOT: 2529407
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (830) 307-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anchor Moving Services INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2783059
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (830) 992-3729 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Pardners Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4491786
MC: 1775681
Based in: Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 248-7022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Classic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3665387
MC: 1268885
Based in: Mason, TX 76856 (38 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (254) 415-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Fietz Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Fast Fietz Moving LLC

USDOT: 2862121
Based in: Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (512) 938-9956 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Fredericksburg

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a two-bedroom, $10,530 to $15,670 for a three-bedroom and $14,480 to $21,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Santa Maria?

About 1,526 road miles (1,293 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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–Fredericksburg corridor.