Santa Monica, CA → Victorville, CA · Short-haul move

Movers from Santa Monica to Victorville

About 88 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,790–$2,660, delivery in 1–2 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 213 in Victorville.

88 miroad distance
2 h 13 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,790–$2,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Victorville, California
Road distance: ≈ 88 miles (74 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 13 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (California)
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 213 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Victorville → Santa Monica

The route from Santa Monica, CA to Victorville, CA covers roughly 88 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

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 2 h 13 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,790 and $2,660, 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 213 around Victorville (127 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 Victorville.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Victorville about 141,395. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,829), 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 Victorville

Full-service estimate for 88 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$1,020	$1,250	$1,520
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,150	$1,410	$1,720
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,790	$2,180	$2,660
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,680	$3,260	$3,980
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,880	$4,730	$5,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,790–$2,660

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

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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 Victorville (destination)

Desert Valley Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssi And Associates INC

USDOT: 1358342
MC: 520858
Based in: Apple Valley, CA 92307 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (760) 240-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hdt Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4301360
MC: 1675196
Based in: Victorville, CA 92394 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (760) 596-0458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amador Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3455917
MC: 1373771
Based in: Phelan, CA 92371 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (951) 456-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Limon'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1300420
MC: 506421
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92345 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 956-8634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid West Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1643187
MC: 605288
Based in: Victorville, CA 92395 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 201-2007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palencia'S Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3641899
MC: 1385419
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (213) 949-3411 Route Verify on FMCSA

Generational Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3940172
MC: 1463090
Based in: Hesperia, CA 92344 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (442) 251-8925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angels Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1314843
MC: 509486
Based in: Victorville, CA 92392 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (909) 503-6534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Victorville

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Victorville with daylight to spare.
Check California intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,020 to $1,520 for a studio, $1,150 to $1,720 for a one-bedroom, $1,790 to $2,660 for a two-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,980 for a three-bedroom and $3,880 to $5,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Victorville from Santa Monica?

About 88 road miles (74 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 13 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 Victorville 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 Victorville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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–Victorville corridor.