Santa Monica, CA → Pomona, CA · Local move

Movers from Santa Monica to Pomona

About 50 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,560–$2,320, delivery in 0–1 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 628 in Pomona.

50 miroad distance
1 h 34 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,560–$2,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Pomona, California
Road distance: ≈ 50 miles (42 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 34 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 628 (314 interstate)

Reverse: Pomona → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Pomona is a local move of roughly 50 road miles, heading east within California.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 34 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,560 and $2,320, before packing or storage.

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 628 around Pomona (314 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 Pomona.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Pomona about 147,807. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 6,596), 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 Pomona

Full-service estimate for 50 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$850	$1,040	$1,270
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$990	$1,200	$1,470
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,560	$1,910	$2,320
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,390	$2,910	$3,560
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,540	$4,310	$5,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$200–$280

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

Portable container

$1,060–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,560–$2,320

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 Pomona (destination)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1074419
MC: 446897
Based in: Pomona, CA 91768 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296394
MC: 1045263
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Trans INC

USDOT: 1470669
MC: 555361
Based in: Chino, CA 91710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (909) 355-3211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rge Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 523064
MC: 628016
Based in: Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (626) 960-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bigbear Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2914596
MC: 982493
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (626) 225-9640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cardenas Markets LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2953855
MC: 1416618
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 923-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 628 movers in Pomona

Tips for this move

Label boxes by room in Pomona so unloading goes as fast as loading.
Keep essentials (chargers, documents, medication) in your own car rather than on the truck.
Ask for an hourly quote with a not-to-exceed cap; local crews in Santa Monica bill from the moment they leave the warehouse.
Reserve loading-zone parking or a building elevator in advance—waiting time is billable.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $850 to $1,270 for a studio, $990 to $1,470 for a one-bedroom, $1,560 to $2,320 for a two-bedroom, $2,390 to $3,560 for a three-bedroom and $3,540 to $5,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pomona from Santa Monica?

About 50 road miles (42 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Santa Monica and Pomona 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 Pomona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,570. 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–Pomona corridor.