Santa Monica, CA → Goodyear, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Goodyear

About 421 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,520–$5,230, delivery in 1–3 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 201 in Goodyear.

421 miroad distance
7 h 58 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,520–$5,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Goodyear, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 421 miles (357 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 58 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 201 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Goodyear → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Goodyear, AZ covers roughly 421 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $3,520 to $5,230 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 58 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 201 around Goodyear (97 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 Goodyear.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Goodyear about 125,359. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 498), 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 Arizona 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 Goodyear

Full-service estimate for 421 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,710	$2,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,110	$2,570	$3,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,630	$6,860	$8,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,730	$9,430	$11,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,050

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

Full-service mover

$3,520–$5,230

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 Goodyear (destination)

Hickman'S Egg Ranch INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 495506
MC: 432065
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (623) 872-1120 Route Verify on FMCSA

45-2382609

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedsmart Freight Services INC

USDOT: 2587323
MC: 906963
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (623) 474-6226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Englund Equipment Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95333
MC: 129510
Based in: Avondale, AZ 85323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (623) 936-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Impact Diversity Express Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2893224
MC: 972024
Based in: Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1295053
MC: 562724
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (602) 469-2969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precision Heavy Haul INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 490862
MC: 216287
Based in: Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (623) 936-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bosnic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1419534
MC: 527402
Based in: Laveen, AZ 85339 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 237-8220 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2556837
MC: 891686
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 714-0266 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 201 movers in Goodyear

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,090 for a studio, $2,110 to $3,140 for a one-bedroom, $3,520 to $5,230 for a two-bedroom, $5,630 to $8,370 for a three-bedroom and $7,730 to $11,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Goodyear from Santa Monica?

About 421 road miles (357 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 58 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arizona 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 Goodyear?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,050. 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–Goodyear corridor.