Santa Monica, CA → Blacksburg, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Blacksburg

About 2,520 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,590–$12,790, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 80 in Blacksburg.

2,520 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,590–$12,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Blacksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,520 miles (2,135 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Blacksburg → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Blacksburg, VA covers roughly 2,520 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 $8,590 to $12,790 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

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 80 around Blacksburg (61 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 Blacksburg.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Blacksburg about 45,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 2,264), 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 Virginia 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 Blacksburg

Full-service estimate for 2,520 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,440	$4,190	$5,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,160	$6,290	$7,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,590	$10,480	$12,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,750	$16,770	$20,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,910	$23,060	$28,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,490–$4,930

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

Portable container

$3,270–$4,810

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

Full-service mover

$8,590–$12,790

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

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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 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

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Near Blacksburg (destination)

Southwest Virginia Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Relocation Benefits LLC

USDOT: 2171799
MC: 754358
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (540) 381-3738 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swva Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Swva Services Group LLC

USDOT: 4518552
MC: 1789951
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (540) 391-0314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Going Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3396355
MC: 1092461
Based in: Blacksburg, VA 24060 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (540) 315-1359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suzi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534776
MC: 1798664
Based in: Radford, VA 24141 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 595-4081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lawrence

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lawrence Transportation Systems INC

USDOT: 84337
MC: 116400
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24019 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 966-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carry On Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296555
MC: 503465
Based in: Pulaski, VA 24301 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 980-9544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sams Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779266
MC: 925161
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24018 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 816-8930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melvin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1677624
MC: 1793524
Based in: Bastian, VA 24314 (43 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (276) 688-4661 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Blacksburg

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Blacksburg 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,440 to $5,110 for a studio, $5,160 to $7,670 for a one-bedroom, $8,590 to $12,790 for a two-bedroom, $13,750 to $20,460 for a three-bedroom and $18,910 to $28,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Blacksburg from Santa Monica?

About 2,520 road miles (2,135 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Virginia 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 Blacksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,490 to $4,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,270 to $4,810. 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–Blacksburg corridor.