Santa Monica, CA → Napa, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Napa

About 430 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,910–$5,820, delivery in 1–3 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 56 in Napa.

430 miroad distance
8 h 7 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,910–$5,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Napa, California
Road distance: ≈ 430 miles (364 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 7 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Napa → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Napa is a regional long-distance move of roughly 430 road miles, heading northwest within California.

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 $3,910 to $5,820 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 8 h 7 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 56 around Napa (17 interstate). For an in-state 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 Napa.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Napa about 79,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 4,391), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Napa

Full-service estimate for 430 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,560	$1,910	$2,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,350	$2,860	$3,490
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,910	$4,770	$5,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,260	$7,630	$9,310
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,610	$10,500	$12,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$840

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,060

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

Full-service mover

$3,910–$5,820

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Napa (destination)

Integrity Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2714327
MC: 1009950
Based in: Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (510) 368-4441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrights Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3008441
MC: 179527
Based in: Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (707) 236-7438 Route Verify on FMCSA

Am Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2885573
MC: 1415680
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (925) 446-9131 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gst Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3922400
MC: 1661415
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (707) 386-7446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fleetlink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6004005
MC: 59139783
Based in: Fairfield, CA 94534 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (707) 227-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

S2 Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2363572
MC: 810236
Based in: Vallejo, CA 94589 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (707) 853-4266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunamis Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dunamis Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 2846671
MC: 996658
Based in: Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (707) 655-0517 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Roads In INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3325654
MC: 1058950
Based in: Vallejo, CA 94591 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Napa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,560 to $2,330 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,490 for a one-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a two-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,310 for a three-bedroom and $8,610 to $12,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Napa from Santa Monica?

About 430 road miles (364 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 7 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Santa Monica and Napa are in California, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Santa Monica to Napa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,060. 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–Napa corridor.