Santa Monica, CA → Sedona, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Monica to Sedona

About 456 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,660–$5,440, delivery in 1–3 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 14 in Sedona.

456 miroad distance
8 h 34 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,660–$5,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Sedona, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 456 miles (386 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 14 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Sedona → Santa Monica

Sedona sits about 456 miles east of Santa Monica, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Arizona that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,660 to $5,440 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 34 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 14 around Sedona (4 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 Sedona.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Sedona about 10,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 530), 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 Arizona than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Santa Monica to Sedona

Full-service estimate for 456 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,460	$1,780	$2,180
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,200	$2,680	$3,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,660	$4,460	$5,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,850	$7,140	$8,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,050	$9,820	$11,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$770–$1,080

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

Portable container

$1,430–$2,100

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

Full-service mover

$3,660–$5,440

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 Sedona (destination)

Baja Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3883246
MC: 1432130
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Movers US LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333073
MC: 1692039
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (712) 223-5888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Squeaky Clean Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Squeaky Clean Services

USDOT: 4045982
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86351 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 367-4848 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Wright Tree Service

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2084829
Based in: Cornville, AZ 86325 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (928) 634-4504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thanks For The Help LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3117138
MC: 85905
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (928) 499-7697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Orange Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2554166
MC: 975393
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 202-4141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Archer Express LLC

USDOT: 1858213
MC: 691171
Based in: Clarkdale, AZ 86324 (18 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 639-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Towing & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Seven Arrows LLC

USDOT: 1421463
MC: 537593
Based in: Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 567-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 14 movers in Sedona

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,460 to $2,180 for a studio, $2,200 to $3,270 for a one-bedroom, $3,660 to $5,440 for a two-bedroom, $5,850 to $8,710 for a three-bedroom and $8,050 to $11,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sedona from Santa Monica?

About 456 road miles (386 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 34 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California into Arizona 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 Sedona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $770 to $1,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,430 to $2,100. 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–Sedona corridor.