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

Movers from Santa Monica to Corvallis

About 912 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,130–$7,630, delivery in 2–5 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 38 in Corvallis.

912 miroad distance
16 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,130–$7,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Corvallis, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 912 miles (773 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 38 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Corvallis → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Corvallis, OR covers roughly 912 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,130 to $7,630 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 25 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 38 around Corvallis (17 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 Corvallis.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Corvallis about 60,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 4,124), 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 Corvallis

Full-service estimate for 912 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,050	$2,500	$3,050
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,080	$3,750	$4,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,130	$6,260	$7,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,210	$10,010	$12,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,290	$13,770	$16,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,960

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

Portable container

$1,830–$2,700

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

Full-service mover

$5,130–$7,630

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

All 603 movers in Santa Monica

Near Corvallis (destination)

Smith Seed Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 317331
MC: 157684
Based in: Halsey, OR 97348 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (458) 284-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bertsch Moving & Storage Co INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Bertsch Transfer & Storage Co

USDOT: 528164
Based in: Corvallis, OR 97333 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (541) 754-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frontier Trading Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1586407
MC: 587315
Based in: Shedd, OR 97377 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 905-6119 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nick Glass Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547259
MC: 1781096
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (541) 619-1343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Hanslovan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1585039
MC: 586813
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 926-9331 Route Verify on FMCSA

Braun'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3177601
MC: 123587
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 505-2458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marley'S Movers Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4051763
MC: 1535511
Based in: Albany, OR 97322 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (541) 990-4647 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Mesa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3160546
MC: 1422701
Based in: Monmouth, OR 97361 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (971) 600-8934 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 38 movers in Corvallis

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Corvallis if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,050 to $3,050 for a studio, $3,080 to $4,580 for a one-bedroom, $5,130 to $7,630 for a two-bedroom, $8,210 to $12,210 for a three-bedroom and $11,290 to $16,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Corvallis from Santa Monica?

About 912 road miles (773 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 25 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Corvallis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,830 to $2,700. 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–Corvallis corridor.