Boca Raton, FL → Lafayette, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Boca Raton to Lafayette

About 911 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,290–$6,390, delivery in 2–5 days, 743 carriers on the Boca Raton side and 91 in Lafayette.

911 miroad distance
16 h 24 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,290–$6,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Boca Raton, Florida
To: Lafayette, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 911 miles (772 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 24 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 743 (316 interstate)
Movers at destination: 91 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Boca Raton

Moving from Boca Raton to Lafayette is a long-distance move of roughly 911 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Louisiana.

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 $4,290 to $6,390 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 24 min.

On the Boca Raton side there are 743 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (316 of them authorized for interstate work), and 91 around Lafayette (59 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 Lafayette.

Boca Raton has a population of about 101,582 and Lafayette about 123,311. Boca Raton is considerably denser (3,336 people per square mile versus 2,175), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Louisiana than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Boca Raton to Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 911 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,090	$2,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,580	$3,140	$3,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,870	$8,370	$10,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,440	$11,510	$14,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,960

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

Portable container

$1,830–$2,700

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

Full-service mover

$4,290–$6,390

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

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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 Boca Raton (origin)

Pero Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 763996
MC: 391076
Based in: Delray Beach, FL 33446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 136 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (561) 498-5771 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1894774
MC: 1642654
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2892909
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1965782
MC: 696410
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1434373
MC: 681534
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (800) 970-7498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palm Beach Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3306963
MC: 1053501
Based in: Boca Raton, FL 33431 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2293832
MC: 796971
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (954) 510-4483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 743 movers in Boca Raton

Near Lafayette (destination)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700976
MC: 1794180
Based in: Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 863701
MC: 379976
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1596229
MC: 942529
Based in: Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2309280
MC: 788388
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT: 2554983
MC: 890877
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 52766
MC: 143588
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610864
MC: 1229882
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4495496
MC: 1777700
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Tips for this move

Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Boca Raton to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,550 for a studio, $2,580 to $3,830 for a one-bedroom, $4,290 to $6,390 for a two-bedroom, $6,870 to $10,220 for a three-bedroom and $9,440 to $14,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Boca Raton?

About 911 road miles (772 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Florida into Louisiana 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 Boca Raton to Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,830 to $2,700. 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 Boca Raton–Lafayette corridor.