Santa Monica, CA → Astoria, OR · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Astoria

About 1,046 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,520–$8,210, delivery in 3–7 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 11 in Astoria.

1,046 miroad distance
18 h 44 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,520–$8,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Astoria, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 1,046 miles (886 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 44 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Astoria → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Astoria is a long-distance move of roughly 1,046 road miles, heading north from California to Oregon.

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 $5,520 to $8,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 44 min.

On the Santa Monica side there are 603 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (222 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around Astoria (8 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 Astoria.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Astoria about 10,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,667), 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 Oregon than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Astoria

Full-service estimate for 1,046 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,210	$2,690	$3,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,310	$4,040	$4,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,520	$6,730	$8,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,830	$10,770	$13,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,140	$14,810	$18,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$5,520–$8,210

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 Monica (origin)

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4420956
MC: 1738102
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90029 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dsd Trucking INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 465743
MC: 309255
Based in: Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (310) 725-1999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3410979
MC: 1099772
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90008 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (310) 508-6676 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harmony Home Remodels

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4468385
MC: 1763223
Based in: Van Nuys, CA 91411 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (818) 747-3439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dlvr

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3471374
MC: 1136305
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Melogistix INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3479671
MC: 1141564
Based in: LA, CA 90019 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (323) 377-8628 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 603 movers in Santa Monica

Near Astoria (destination)

City Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triple T Trucking INC

USDOT: 639381
MC: 300350
Based in: Astoria, OR 97103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (503) 325-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Austin Wirkkala Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3724171
MC: 1312053
Based in: Chinook, WA 98614 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (360) 244-3571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drft Company Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Drift Company Boat Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2191875
MC: 819498
Based in: Astoria, OR 97103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (503) 816-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Peaks Logistics

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4498095
Based in: Warrenton, OR 97146 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (503) 457-6169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stinger Trans & Ltl LLC

USDOT: 3909951
MC: 1442992
Based in: Cathlamet, WA 98612 (26 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (253) 606-7943 Route Verify on FMCSA

Commonwealth Industries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4515221
MC: 1788175
Based in: Raymond, WA 98577 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (360) 593-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dk Luna Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1630749
MC: 601483
Based in: Longview, WA 98632 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (360) 232-3826 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kenny'S Trucking Again

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kenneth A White

USDOT: 674179
MC: 687495
Based in: Castle Rock, WA 98611 (44 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (916) 599-4261 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Astoria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Monica to Astoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,210 to $3,280 for a studio, $3,310 to $4,930 for a one-bedroom, $5,520 to $8,210 for a two-bedroom, $8,830 to $13,140 for a three-bedroom and $12,140 to $18,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Astoria from Santa Monica?

About 1,046 road miles (886 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 44 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Oregon 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 Monica to Astoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Monica–Astoria corridor.