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Santa Maria, CA → Palm Coast, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Maria to Palm Coast

About 2,722 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,840–$13,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 42 carriers on the Santa Maria side and 66 in Palm Coast.

  • 2,722 miroad distance
  • 47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,840–$13,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,722 miles (2,306 straight-line)
Drive time
47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
42 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination
66 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Palm Coast → Santa Maria

The route from Santa Maria, CA to Palm Coast, FL covers roughly 2,722 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 $8,840 to $13,160 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 47 hours (6 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 66 around Palm Coast (28 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 Palm Coast.

Santa Maria has a population of about 111,390 and Palm Coast about 109,886. Santa Maria is considerably denser (4,812 people per square mile versus 936), 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 Florida than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Maria to Palm Coast

Full-service estimate for 2,722 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,540 $4,310 $5,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,310 $6,470 $7,890
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,840 $10,790 $13,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,150 $17,260 $21,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,460 $23,730 $28,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,850–$5,430

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

Portable container

$3,450–$5,070

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

Full-service mover

$8,840–$13,160

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Santa Maria, CA → Palm Coast, FL. 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 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 Palm Coast (destination)

R & R National INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3010180
MC
28679
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (386) 263-8525 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Experts Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1691527
MC
621887
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (386) 445-4555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadrunner Moving Services Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1930480
MC
1284663
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (347) 571-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marfan Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527638
MC
1173194
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (347) 693-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Lion Of Judah Freight Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
7233876
MC
46775699
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32135 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (904) 445-6473 Verify on FMCSA

Hanshaw & Schwab Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3392034
MC
1091100
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (203) 939-5277 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kristal Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3693186
MC
1289244
Based in
Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (308) 227-4985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flagler Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lan Company Leasing INC

USDOT
1847236
MC
669035
Based in
Bunnell, FL 32110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (386) 446-0014 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Palm Coast

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Maria to Palm Coast?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,540 to $5,260 for a studio, $5,310 to $7,890 for a one-bedroom, $8,840 to $13,160 for a two-bedroom, $14,150 to $21,050 for a three-bedroom and $19,460 to $28,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palm Coast from Santa Maria?

About 2,722 road miles (2,306 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Florida 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 Palm Coast?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,850 to $5,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,450 to $5,070. 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–Palm Coast corridor.