Santa Monica, CA → Las Vegas, NV · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Las Vegas

About 282 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,990–$4,440, delivery in 1–3 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 613 in Las Vegas.

282 miroad distance
5 h 34 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,990–$4,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Las Vegas, Nevada
Road distance: ≈ 282 miles (239 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 613 (413 interstate)

Reverse: Las Vegas → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Las Vegas, NV covers roughly 282 miles by road, a northeast-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 $2,990 to $4,440 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 5 h 34 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 613 around Las Vegas (413 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 Las Vegas.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Las Vegas about 679,817. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 4,527), 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 Nevada than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Las Vegas

Full-service estimate for 282 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,790	$2,180	$2,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,990	$3,640	$4,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,780	$5,830	$7,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,570	$8,010	$9,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$2,990–$4,440

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 Las Vegas (destination)

Titan Transit LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9101231
Based in: N Las Vegas, NV 89081 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9,800 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (702) 523-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & C Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3442880
MC: 1118652
Based in: Las Vegas, NV 89145 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 846-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inspired Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3241639
MC: 1018303
Based in: Las Vegas, NV 89145 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 768-7698 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Oahu Aggregate Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1888145
MC: 680134
Based in: Henderson, NV 89102 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 847-7780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dreamworks Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3039280
MC: 43812
Based in: Las Vegas, NV 89103 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (775) 877-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aurimas Delivery

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3309455
MC: 1055362
Based in: N Las Vegas, NV 89030 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 33 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 324-7452 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move 4 Less

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Move4less LLC

USDOT: 1251663
MC: 490778
Based in: Las Vegas, NV 89113 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (702) 381-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Safe Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3536882
MC: 1179439
Based in: Las Vegas, NV 89110 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 613 movers in Las Vegas

Tips for this move

Plan a first-night kit for Las Vegas: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Monica to Las Vegas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,790 to $2,660 for a one-bedroom, $2,990 to $4,440 for a two-bedroom, $4,780 to $7,110 for a three-bedroom and $6,570 to $9,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Vegas from Santa Monica?

About 282 road miles (239 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 34 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 Nevada 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 Las Vegas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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–Las Vegas corridor.