Santa Maria, CA

Tyler, TX → Santa Maria, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tyler to Santa Maria

About 1,715 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,920–$10,290, delivery in 5–10 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 42 in Santa Maria.

  • 1,715 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,920–$10,2902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,715 miles (1,454 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Maria → Tyler

The route from Tyler, TX to Santa Maria, CA covers roughly 1,715 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,920 to $10,290 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Tyler side there are 153 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Santa Maria (23 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 Santa Maria.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Santa Maria about 111,390. Santa Maria is the denser city (4,812 people per square mile versus 1,843 in Tyler), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tyler to Santa Maria

Full-service estimate for 1,715 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,770 $3,370 $4,120
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,150 $5,060 $6,170
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,920 $8,430 $10,290
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,070 $13,490 $16,460
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,210 $18,550 $22,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,330

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

Portable container

$2,550–$3,750

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

Full-service mover

$6,920–$10,290

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Tyler, TX → Santa Maria, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Tyler (origin)

Hutchinson Enterprisesllc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3233476
MC
1014226
Based in
Tyler, TX 75702 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Crow Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1870325
MC
702335
Based in
Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3767820
MC
1343917
Based in
Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Tilley Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3059078
MC
54137
Based in
Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Bumblebee Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2642926
MC
921309
Based in
Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4203307
MC
1621990
Based in
Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Webber Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3379933
MC
1084637
Based in
Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Swann'S Furniture And Design LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4091651
MC
1558866
Based in
Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 153 movers in Tyler

Near Santa Maria (destination)

Johnboy'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2383920
MC
818987
Based in
Oceano, CA 93445 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
153048
MC
11663
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sarabia Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2844846
MC
953585
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Rivera Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2807289
MC
1030656
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Cal Coast Ag Services LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4380715
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93455 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Triple A Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2356410
MC
807169
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Louie'S Central Coast Movers & Laborers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2069509
MC
723441
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Zarate Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968090
MC
698504
Based in
Santa Maria, CA 93458 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 42 movers in Santa Maria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tyler to Santa Maria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,120 for a studio, $4,150 to $6,170 for a one-bedroom, $6,920 to $10,290 for a two-bedroom, $11,070 to $16,460 for a three-bedroom and $15,210 to $22,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Maria from Tyler?

About 1,715 road miles (1,454 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas into California 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 Tyler to Santa Maria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,550 to $3,750. 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 Tyler–Santa Maria corridor.