Fayetteville, AR

Clearwater, FL → Fayetteville, AR · Long-distance move

Movers from Clearwater to Fayetteville

About 1,026 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,500–$6,690, delivery in 3–7 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 64 in Fayetteville.

  • 1,026 miroad distance
  • 18 h 23 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,500–$6,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,026 miles (870 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 23 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination
64 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Fayetteville → Clearwater

Fayetteville sits about 1,026 miles northwest of Clearwater, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Arkansas that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,500 to $6,690 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 23 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 64 around Fayetteville (45 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 Fayetteville.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Fayetteville about 106,623. Clearwater is considerably denser (4,494 people per square mile versus 1,737), 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 Arkansas than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Arkansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Fayetteville

Full-service estimate for 1,026 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,200 $2,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,700 $3,290 $4,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,500 $5,490 $6,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,200 $8,780 $10,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,900 $12,070 $14,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,500–$2,120

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

Portable container

$1,940–$2,850

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

Full-service mover

$4,500–$6,690

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Clearwater (origin)

Pods

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 361 movers in Clearwater

Near Fayetteville (destination)

Top Priority Cargo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3775206
MC
1349323
Based in
Lowell, AR 72745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
96 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Transcold LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3264958
MC
1029820
Based in
Springdale, AR 72762 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Cawood Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
111766
MC
172371
Based in
Lowell, AR 72745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Discount Distributors

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
305749
MC
245874
Based in
Springdale, AR 72764 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Leon Cannon Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2445809
MC
844007
Based in
Lowell, AR 72745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Modern Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3531948
MC
1176121
Based in
Fayetteville, AR 72704 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Rn Distributor Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3352730
MC
1072154
Based in
Springdale, AR 72764 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

On Time Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1615641
MC
597208
Based in
Springdale, AR 72764 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 64 movers in Fayetteville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clearwater to Fayetteville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,680 for a studio, $2,700 to $4,020 for a one-bedroom, $4,500 to $6,690 for a two-bedroom, $7,200 to $10,710 for a three-bedroom and $9,900 to $14,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fayetteville from Clearwater?

About 1,026 road miles (870 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Arkansas 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 Clearwater to Fayetteville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,500 to $2,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,940 to $2,850. 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–Fayetteville corridor.