Santa Monica, CA → Greeley, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Greeley

About 1,031 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,480–$8,150, delivery in 3–7 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 112 in Greeley.

1,031 miroad distance
18 h 29 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,480–$8,1502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Greeley, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,031 miles (874 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 29 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Greeley → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Greeley, CO covers roughly 1,031 miles by road, a northeast-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 $5,480 to $8,150 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 29 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 112 around Greeley (61 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 Greeley.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Greeley about 115,073. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 2,225), 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 Colorado 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 Greeley

Full-service estimate for 1,031 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,190	$2,670	$3,260
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,290	$4,010	$4,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,480	$6,680	$8,150
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,760	$10,680	$13,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,050	$14,690	$17,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,510–$2,130

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

Portable container

$1,940–$2,850

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

Full-service mover

$5,480–$8,150

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 Greeley (destination)

Jbs Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 184843
MC: 152285
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,188 trucks, 573 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (866) 298-4573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Scale Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2209328
MC: 767901
Based in: Eaton, CO 80615 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (806) 589-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Cartage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Cartage Service INC

USDOT: 659257
MC: 309159
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 304-1454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exodus Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 675502
MC: 311727
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (970) 484-1488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawa Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3353688
MC: 1072633
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (303) 929-5251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulk Transporters INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 110281
MC: 116645
Based in: Gilcrest, CO 80623 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (970) 737-2474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Greeley

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,190 to $3,260 for a studio, $3,290 to $4,890 for a one-bedroom, $5,480 to $8,150 for a two-bedroom, $8,760 to $13,030 for a three-bedroom and $12,050 to $17,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Greeley from Santa Monica?

About 1,031 road miles (874 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 29 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Greeley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,510 to $2,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,940 to $2,850. 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–Greeley corridor.