Moving from Glendale to Santa Monica is a local move — typically 3–6 hours depending on home size and parking. Best Movers LA runs this route regularly and knows what to plan for on both ends.
Glendale multi-family buildings and hillside homes. Verdugo Hills homes may need a smaller truck for steep, narrow streets.
Beachfront apartments, ocean ave high-rises and ocean park walk-ups. Permit parking west of Lincoln requires City of Santa Monica temporary no-park permits.
| Home Size | Est. Hours | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.5–3.5 hrs | $248–$347 |
| 1-Bedroom | 3–5 hrs | $297–$495 |
| 2-Bedroom | 5–7 hrs | $495–$693 |
| 3-Bedroom | 7–9 hrs | $693–$891 |
Rate: $88/hr · 2 movers + truck · 2-hour minimum. Drive time between Glendale and Santa Monica (the 2 and 134 freeways connect Glendale to most of LA quickly) is included in the clock.
Most Glendale to Santa Monica moves cost $300–$650 total (3–6 hours at $88/hr for 2 movers + truck). The exact time depends on home size, stairs, and parking at both ends.
Typically 3–5 hours for a 1-bedroom, 5–7 hours for a 2-bedroom. Verdugo Hills homes may need a smaller truck for steep, narrow streets.
Yes — we plan parking at both ends before move day. Permit parking west of Lincoln requires City of Santa Monica temporary no-park permits. We pull temporary no-parking permits when needed.
Leaving Glendale usually means a larger family home, sometimes up in the Verdugo hillsides where the carry needs staging. Arriving in Santa Monica means permit-zoned streets and walk-ups, so we handle the city parking permit in advance. It's a quick local hop, but we still plan the route carefully because California bills the drive time between addresses at double.
Call for a free quote — most moves booked within 48 hours.
Call (213) 679-6844