Santa Monica, CA → State College, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to State College

About 2,665 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,660–$12,890, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 104 in State College.

2,665 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,660–$12,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: State College, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 2,665 miles (2,258 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 104 (47 interstate)

Reverse: State College → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to State College is a cross-country move of roughly 2,665 road miles, heading northeast from California to Pennsylvania.

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 $8,660 to $12,890 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 46 hours (6 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 104 around State College (47 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 State College.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and State College about 40,000. The two cities have comparable density (11,069 and 8,847 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Pennsylvania 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 State College

Full-service estimate for 2,665 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,470	$4,230	$5,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,200	$6,340	$7,730
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,660	$10,570	$12,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,860	$16,910	$20,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,060	$23,250	$28,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,640–$5,140

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

Portable container

$3,400–$5,000

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

Full-service mover

$8,660–$12,890

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 State College (destination)

Davidson Brothers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trotting Fox LLC

USDOT: 10559
MC: 117384
Based in: Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 355-5513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logixpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4267420
MC: 1656758
Based in: State College, PA 16803 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (814) 826-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kerstetter Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: David R Kerstetter

USDOT: 276445
MC: 180364
Based in: Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 667-6723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peacheys Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4515827
MC: 1788504
Based in: Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (717) 667-6202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Appalachian Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2491872
MC: 863048
Based in: State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (814) 650-7293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phil McNeal Transport Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Philip D McNeal Jr

USDOT: 560337
MC: 273154
Based in: Julian, PA 16844 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (814) 353-0328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kurtious Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2973008
MC: 904809
Based in: Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (814) 574-8448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Werema Ventures LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4227992
MC: 1635283
Based in: State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (814) 325-1483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in State College

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in State College accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Monica to State College?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,470 to $5,160 for a studio, $5,200 to $7,730 for a one-bedroom, $8,660 to $12,890 for a two-bedroom, $13,860 to $20,630 for a three-bedroom and $19,060 to $28,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is State College from Santa Monica?

About 2,665 road miles (2,258 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 hours (6 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 Pennsylvania 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 State College?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,640 to $5,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,400 to $5,000. 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–State College corridor.