Eureka, CA

Santa Rosa, CA → Eureka, CA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Santa Rosa to Eureka

About 212 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,360, delivery in 1–2 days, 88 carriers on the Santa Rosa side and 11 in Eureka.

  • 212 miroad distance
  • 4 h 21 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,930–$4,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 212 miles (180 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 21 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (California)
Movers at origin
88 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination
11 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Eureka → Santa Rosa

Eureka sits about 212 miles northwest of Santa Rosa, so this is an in-state move 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 $2,930 to $4,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 21 min.

On the Santa Rosa side there are 88 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 11 around Eureka (1 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 Eureka.

Santa Rosa has a population of about 179,437 and Eureka about 26,000. Santa Rosa is considerably denser (4,191 people per square mile versus 2,771), 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 Rosa to Eureka

Full-service estimate for 212 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,760 $2,140 $2,610
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,930 $3,570 $4,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,690 $5,720 $6,970
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,440 $7,860 $9,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,930–$4,360

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Rosa (origin)

Atech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1047145
MC
437810
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
178 trucks, 229 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Ss Skikos INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2503797
MC
867907
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
99 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Atech Warehousing & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
572472
MC
278982
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Fresh Start Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4466174
MC
1762013
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

California Non Stop Towing Reliance Towing

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3029605
Based in
Petaluma, CA 94952 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Celis Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2594954
MC
921948
Based in
Petaluma, CA 94952 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Careful Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1803378
MC
679758
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Redwood Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3654349
MC
1260854
Based in
Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 88 movers in Santa Rosa

Near Eureka (destination)

Dirty Birds Tcd LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4441571
MC
1749946
Based in
Eureka, CA 95503 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Miller Farms

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2662318
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Clinton M Price

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3045242
Based in
Eureka, CA 95501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Maruskas Excavation & Hauling

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2878623
Based in
Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Northern Emeralds

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3275685
Based in
Arcata, CA 95521 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Nor-Cal Freight

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2957164
MC
2568
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Sunside Transportation

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3012570
MC
63736
Based in
McKinleyville, CA 95519 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Ss Support System

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4213071
Based in
Hoopa, CA 95546 (35 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 11 movers in Eureka

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Rosa to Eureka?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,610 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,360 for a two-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,970 for a three-bedroom and $6,440 to $9,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eureka from Santa Rosa?

About 212 road miles (180 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 21 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Santa Rosa and Eureka 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 Rosa to Eureka?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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 Rosa–Eureka corridor.