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Round Rock, TX

Santa Monica, CA → Round Rock, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Round Rock

About 1,462 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,430–$9,570, delivery in 3–7 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 478 in Round Rock.

  • 1,462 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,430–$9,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,462 miles (1,239 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination
478 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Round Rock → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Round Rock is a long-distance move of roughly 1,462 road miles, heading east from California to Texas.

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 $6,430 to $9,570 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 25 hours (3 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 478 around Round Rock (144 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 Round Rock.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Round Rock about 141,282. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 3,177), 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 Texas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Round Rock

Full-service estimate for 1,462 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,570 $3,140 $3,830
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,860 $4,710 $5,740
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,430 $7,840 $9,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,290 $12,550 $15,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,150 $17,260 $21,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,100–$2,970

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

Portable container

$2,320–$3,420

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

Full-service mover

$6,430–$9,570

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Santa Monica, CA → Round Rock, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Round Rock (destination)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apple Moving LLC

USDOT
3538096
MC
1361596
Based in
Austin, TX 78759 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doxa LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2608633
MC
917444
Based in
Austin, TX 78750 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (737) 444-7778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spur Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2190438
MC
1544165
Based in
Austin, TX 78753 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
106 trucks, 101 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (866) 250-8589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lvs Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3903424
MC
1438723
Based in
Austin, TX 78729 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (781) 266-7968 Route Verify on FMCSA

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT
1748594
MC
640166
Based in
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3470 LLC

USDOT
1655425
MC
609081
Based in
Austin, TX 78759 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (512) 731-8971 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Austin LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
902281
MC
391383
Based in
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (512) 443-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

S Sosa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3157306
MC
1115157
Based in
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (786) 491-0065 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 478 movers in Round Rock

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Monica to Round Rock?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,570 to $3,830 for a studio, $3,860 to $5,740 for a one-bedroom, $6,430 to $9,570 for a two-bedroom, $10,290 to $15,310 for a three-bedroom and $14,150 to $21,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Round Rock from Santa Monica?

About 1,462 road miles (1,239 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 Texas 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 Round Rock?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,100 to $2,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,320 to $3,420. 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–Round Rock corridor.