Moving from Venice 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.
Venice canal bungalows, abbot kinney lofts and oakwood apartments. Canal homes have no street-side truck access — alley staging planned in advance.
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 Venice and Santa Monica (best accessed via Lincoln Blvd or Venice Blvd; avoid Abbot Kinney on weekends) is included in the clock.
Most Venice 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. Canal homes have no street-side truck access — alley staging planned in advance.
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 Venice often means a loft or home down a narrow walk street, where the carry to the truck is the real work. 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