Santa Monica, CA → Memphis, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Memphis

About 1,911 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,160–$10,660, delivery in 5–10 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 534 in Memphis.

1,911 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,160–$10,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Memphis, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 1,911 miles (1,620 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Memphis, TN covers roughly 1,911 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,160 to $10,660 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 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 534 around Memphis (397 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 Memphis.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Memphis about 609,647. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 2,132), 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 Tennessee than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 1,911 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,870	$3,490	$4,260
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,300	$5,240	$6,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,160	$8,740	$10,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,460	$13,980	$17,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,760	$19,220	$23,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,710–$3,830

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

Portable container

$2,730–$4,010

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

Full-service mover

$7,160–$10,660

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 Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC

USDOT: 974027
MC: 415618
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (901) 367-7405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 253615
MC: 179963
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (901) 942-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 182466
MC: 148364
Based in: Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (901) 775-5007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1627098
MC: 600399
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (901) 482-6680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 744970
MC: 382262
Based in: Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (662) 449-8367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4241252
MC: 1642490
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (833) 374-3629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2286796
MC: 781041
Based in: Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 505050
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (901) 373-0437 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 534 movers in Memphis

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Memphis accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,870 to $4,260 for a studio, $4,300 to $6,390 for a one-bedroom, $7,160 to $10,660 for a two-bedroom, $11,460 to $17,050 for a three-bedroom and $15,760 to $23,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Santa Monica?

About 1,911 road miles (1,620 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Tennessee 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 Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,710 to $3,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,730 to $4,010. 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–Memphis corridor.