Santa Monica, CA → Youngstown, OH · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Monica to Youngstown

About 2,493 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,170–$12,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 603 carriers on the Santa Monica side and 141 in Youngstown.

2,493 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,170–$12,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Monica, California
To: Youngstown, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 2,493 miles (2,113 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 603 (222 interstate)
Movers at destination: 141 (90 interstate)

Reverse: Youngstown → Santa Monica

Moving from Santa Monica to Youngstown is a cross-country move of roughly 2,493 road miles, heading northeast from California to Ohio.

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 $8,170 to $12,160 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 43 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 141 around Youngstown (90 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 Youngstown.

Santa Monica has a population of about 92,000 and Youngstown about 59,000. Santa Monica is considerably denser (11,069 people per square mile versus 1,770), 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 Ohio 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 Youngstown

Full-service estimate for 2,493 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,270	$3,990	$4,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,900	$5,980	$7,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,170	$9,970	$12,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,080	$15,950	$19,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,980	$21,930	$26,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,460–$4,890

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

Portable container

$3,250–$4,770

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

Full-service mover

$8,170–$12,160

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 Youngstown (destination)

Howlett Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3287780
MC: 1040616
Based in: Canfield, OH 44406 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 770-6513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Over-Deliver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3276480
MC: 1035210
Based in: North Jackson, OH 44451 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (412) 576-1317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grant Street Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grant Street Services INC

USDOT: 906635
MC: 392849
Based in: Niles, OH 44446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (330) 544-9180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joy Cone Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85100
MC: 264866
Based in: Hermitage, PA 16148 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (724) 962-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kayd Transport Services LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1210024
MC: 764464
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (614) 316-7095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleland Bros Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleland Bros Moving LLC

USDOT: 1154917
MC: 467396
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (330) 729-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ten Cities Ii LLC

USDOT: 3257266
MC: 1026210
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 758-2110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bearded Brothers Moving Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3453726
MC: 1125163
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (330) 885-6841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 141 movers in Youngstown

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,270 to $4,860 for a studio, $4,900 to $7,300 for a one-bedroom, $8,170 to $12,160 for a two-bedroom, $13,080 to $19,460 for a three-bedroom and $17,980 to $26,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Youngstown from Santa Monica?

About 2,493 road miles (2,113 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 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 Ohio 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 Youngstown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,460 to $4,890 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,250 to $4,770. 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–Youngstown corridor.