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Santa Monica, CA → Concord, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Concord

About 2,525 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,300–$12,350, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 441 in Concord.

  • 2,525 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,300–$12,3502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,525 miles (2,140 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
441 (326 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Concord, NC covers roughly 2,525 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 $8,300 to $12,350 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 441 around Concord (326 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 Concord.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Concord about 114,598. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,657), 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 North Carolina 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 Concord

Full-service estimate for 2,525 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,320 $4,050 $4,940
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,980 $6,080 $7,410
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,300 $10,130 $12,350
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,290 $16,200 $19,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,270 $22,280 $27,180

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

$8,300–$12,350

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Santa Monica, CA → Concord, NC. 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 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 Concord (destination)

Ryder

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation

USDOT
191496
MC
154105
Based in
Concord, NC 28027 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,954 trucks, 3,010 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT
1795137
MC
653312
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3447504
MC
1121363
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28213 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speed Transit Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2785107
MC
928047
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (704) 946-8027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmm Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redwog LLC

USDOT
2522039
MC
875658
Based in
Rockwell, NC 28138 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (888) 653-7040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yolo Express INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3673085
MC
1274496
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 965-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Charlotte

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC

USDOT
4191842
MC
1615630
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (864) 444-2769 Route Verify on FMCSA

Make A Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT
2452878
MC
851348
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 441 movers in Concord

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,320 to $4,940 for a studio, $4,980 to $7,410 for a one-bedroom, $8,300 to $12,350 for a two-bedroom, $13,290 to $19,770 for a three-bedroom and $18,270 to $27,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Santa Monica?

About 2,525 road miles (2,140 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 North Carolina 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 Concord?

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–Concord corridor.