Clearwater, FL → Boca Raton, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Clearwater to Boca Raton

About 234 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,470–$3,680, delivery in 1–2 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 743 in Boca Raton.

234 miroad distance
4 h 44 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,470–$3,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clearwater, Florida
To: Boca Raton, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 234 miles (198 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 44 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 743 (316 interstate)

Reverse: Boca Raton → Clearwater

Moving from Clearwater to Boca Raton is a regional long-distance move of roughly 234 road miles, heading southeast within Florida.

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 $2,470 to $3,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 44 min.

On the Clearwater side there are 361 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 of them authorized for interstate work), and 743 around Boca Raton (316 interstate). For an in-state 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 Boca Raton.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Boca Raton about 101,582. Clearwater is considerably denser (4,494 people per square mile versus 3,336), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Boca Raton

Full-service estimate for 234 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,530	$1,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,480	$1,810	$2,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,470	$3,010	$3,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,440	$6,630	$8,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$390–$550

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

Portable container

$1,230–$1,810

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

Full-service mover

$2,470–$3,680

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Clearwater (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1208624
MC: 480786
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436639
MC: 1114981
Based in: Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616398
MC: 597443
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1945381
MC: 692474
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

Near Boca Raton (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Clearwater–Boca Raton corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,210 for a one-bedroom, $2,470 to $3,680 for a two-bedroom, $3,950 to $5,880 for a three-bedroom and $5,440 to $8,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boca Raton from Clearwater?

About 234 road miles (198 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 44 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Clearwater and Boca Raton are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Clearwater to Boca Raton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $390 to $550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,810. 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 Clearwater–Boca Raton corridor.