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Santa Monica, CA → Daytona Beach, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Daytona Beach

About 2,612 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,650–$12,860, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 88 in Daytona Beach.

  • 2,612 miroad distance
  • 45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,650–$12,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,612 miles (2,214 straight-line)
Drive time
45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination
88 (41 interstate)

Reverse: Daytona Beach → Santa Monica

Daytona Beach sits about 2,612 miles east of Santa Monica, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Florida that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $8,650 to $12,860 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 45 hours (6 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 88 around Daytona Beach (41 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 Daytona Beach.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Daytona Beach about 75,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,078), 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 Monica to Daytona Beach

Full-service estimate for 2,612 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,460 $4,220 $5,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,190 $6,330 $7,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,650 $10,540 $12,860
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,830 $16,870 $20,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,020 $23,200 $28,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,580–$5,060

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

Portable container

$3,350–$4,930

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

Full-service mover

$8,650–$12,860

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 Daytona Beach (destination)

Two Men And A Truck Volusia County

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sj Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
1453634
MC
549276
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (386) 255-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wrws LLC

USDOT
4517846
MC
1800787
Based in
South Daytona, FL 32119 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 200-5230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Never Miss A Spot Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9545444
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 346-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivey Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ivey Trans LLC

USDOT
3675946
MC
1276548
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32115 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (386) 451-3980 Verify on FMCSA

Azani Logistics Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4530827
MC
1796525
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 248-7264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trimark Leasing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4531289
MC
1796786
Based in
Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (480) 274-2756 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harrell Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9970632
MC
92348666
Based in
Deland, FL 32724 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (386) 717-4412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grade A Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Essential Moving Experts LLC

USDOT
3710980
MC
1302386
Based in
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 602-8369 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 88 movers in Daytona Beach

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Monica to Daytona Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,460 to $5,150 for a studio, $5,190 to $7,720 for a one-bedroom, $8,650 to $12,860 for a two-bedroom, $13,830 to $20,580 for a three-bedroom and $19,020 to $28,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daytona Beach from Santa Monica?

About 2,612 road miles (2,214 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 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 Monica to Daytona Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,580 to $5,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,350 to $4,930. 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–Daytona Beach corridor.