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

Movers from Tyler to Santa Monica

About 1,586 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,690–$9,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 153 carriers on the Tyler side and 603 in Santa Monica.

  • 1,586 miroad distance
  • 28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,690–$9,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,586 miles (1,344 straight-line)
Drive time
28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
153 (66 interstate)
Movers at destination
603 (222 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Monica → Tyler

The route from Tyler, TX to Santa Monica, CA covers roughly 1,586 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 $6,690 to $9,950 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 28 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 603 around Santa Monica (222 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 Monica.

Tyler has a population of about 113,723 and Santa Monica about 92,000. Santa Monica is the denser city (11,069 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 Monica

Full-service estimate for 1,586 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,680 $3,260 $3,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,010 $4,890 $5,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,690 $8,160 $9,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,700 $13,050 $15,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,710 $17,950 $21,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,230–$3,150

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,580

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

Full-service mover

$6,690–$9,950

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Tyler, TX → Santa Monica, 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
Call (321) 318-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crow Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Absolute Towing & Recovery LLC

USDOT
1870325
MC
702335
Based in
Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (903) 253-1307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service INC

USDOT
3767820
MC
1343917
Based in
Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (903) 405-5957 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (903) 714-1893 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (903) 530-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mitchell And Mitchell Business Services Corp

USDOT
4203307
MC
1621990
Based in
Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (903) 330-9169 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (361) 575-9726 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (903) 561-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 153 movers in Tyler

Near Santa Monica (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,680 to $3,980 for a studio, $4,010 to $5,970 for a one-bedroom, $6,690 to $9,950 for a two-bedroom, $10,700 to $15,920 for a three-bedroom and $14,710 to $21,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Monica from Tyler?

About 1,586 road miles (1,344 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Monica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,230 to $3,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,580. 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 Monica corridor.