Santa Monica, CA → Sarasota, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Sarasota

About 2,566 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,560–$12,740, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 194 in Sarasota.

2,566 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,560–$12,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Sarasota, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,566 miles (2,174 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 194 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Sarasota → Santa Monica

Sarasota sits about 2,566 miles east of Santa Monica, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Florida that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $8,560 to $12,740 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 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 194 around Sarasota (66 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 Sarasota.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Sarasota about 57,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 3,730), 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 Florida than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Sarasota

Full-service estimate for 2,566 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,430	$4,180	$5,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,140	$6,270	$7,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,560	$10,440	$12,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,700	$16,710	$20,390
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,840	$22,980	$28,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,540–$4,990

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

Portable container

$3,310–$4,870

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

Full-service mover

$8,560–$12,740

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 Sarasota (destination)

Bms Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bekins A-1 Movers INC

USDOT: 716970
MC: 224537
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34240 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 125 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (925) 813-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foodmaster Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2227723
MC: 406237
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34236 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (941) 210-3515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: College Hunks Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4227396
MC: 1634963
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (941) 234-9589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dfm Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Detwiler'S Farm Market Wholesale Produce LLC

USDOT: 2330865
MC: 919251
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34232 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (941) 378-2727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunshine Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sunshine Movers Of Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4054744
MC: 1537260
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (941) 447-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulusa Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1078223
MC: 459630
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34203 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (941) 544-4556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joseph A Palermo Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825959
MC: 675958
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (941) 706-4520 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Sarasota

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Tampa LLC

USDOT: 3534314
MC: 1177730
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 194 movers in Sarasota

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
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).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,430 to $5,100 for a studio, $5,140 to $7,650 for a one-bedroom, $8,560 to $12,740 for a two-bedroom, $13,700 to $20,390 for a three-bedroom and $18,840 to $28,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sarasota from Santa Monica?

About 2,566 road miles (2,174 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Florida 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 Sarasota?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,540 to $4,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,310 to $4,870. 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–Sarasota corridor.