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

Movers from Santa Monica to Eugene

About 869 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,010–$7,450, delivery in 2–5 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 49 in Eugene.

869 miroad distance
15 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,010–$7,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Eugene, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 869 miles (737 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Eugene → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Eugene is a long-distance move of roughly 869 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 $5,010 to $7,450 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 15 h 41 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 49 around Eugene (25 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 Eugene.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Eugene about 178,618. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 3,997), 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 Eugene

Full-service estimate for 869 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,000	$2,440	$2,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,000	$3,660	$4,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,010	$6,110	$7,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,010	$9,770	$11,920
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,020	$13,430	$16,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,190–$1,680

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

Portable container

$1,800–$2,640

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

Full-service mover

$5,010–$7,450

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 Eugene (destination)

Thomas & Son Distributors

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arnold J Thomas & Son INC

USDOT: 61163
MC: 152430
Based in: Springfield, OR 97478 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 98 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 808-3746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fateh Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3086782
MC: 69673
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (541) 913-0208 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lanz Cabinet Shop INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 495349
MC: 23920
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (541) 485-4050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cross Town Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cross Town Movers INC

USDOT: 985339
MC: 227345
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (541) 683-5211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Active Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 249136
MC: 308761
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (541) 688-5801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1313831
MC: 662724
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (541) 343-6155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skinny Wimp Moving Of Eugene

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wolf Brothers Entertainment LLC

USDOT: 3270761
MC: 1493277
Based in: Eugene, OR 97402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (541) 531-3634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Delivery Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael A Swaim

USDOT: 2102557
MC: 28863
Based in: Creswell, OR 97426 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Eugene

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,000 to $2,980 for a studio, $3,000 to $4,470 for a one-bedroom, $5,010 to $7,450 for a two-bedroom, $8,010 to $11,920 for a three-bedroom and $11,020 to $16,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eugene from Santa Monica?

About 869 road miles (737 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 41 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 Eugene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,190 to $1,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,800 to $2,640. 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–Eugene corridor.