Coral Springs, FL → Palo Alto, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Coral Springs to Palo Alto

About 3,012 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,360–$13,930, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,000 carriers on the Coral Springs side and 233 in Palo Alto.

3,012 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,360–$13,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Coral Springs, Florida
To: Palo Alto, California
Road distance: ≈ 3,012 miles (2,553 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,000 (392 interstate)
Movers at destination: 233 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Palo Alto → Coral Springs

Moving from Coral Springs to Palo Alto is a cross-country move of roughly 3,012 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to California.

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 $9,360 to $13,930 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Coral Springs side there are 1,000 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (392 of them authorized for interstate work), and 233 around Palo Alto (62 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 Palo Alto.

Coral Springs has a population of about 138,783 and Palo Alto about 67,000. Coral Springs is considerably denser (5,869 people per square mile versus 2,851), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Coral Springs to Palo Alto

Full-service estimate for 3,012 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,750	$4,570	$5,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,620	$6,850	$8,360
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,360	$11,420	$13,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,980	$18,270	$22,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,600	$25,120	$30,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,150–$5,850

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

Portable container

$3,710–$5,450

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

Full-service mover

$9,360–$13,930

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 Coral Springs (origin)

Pero Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 763996
MC: 391076
Based in: Delray Beach, FL 33446 (14 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jds Family Investment Trust LLC

USDOT: 4426606
MC: 1741162
Based in: Miami, FL 33313 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (833) 621-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1894774
MC: 1642654
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (9 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 (7 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 (0 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 (7 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 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Palo Alto (destination)

Piranha Ops LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3389468
MC: 1089109
Based in: San Jose, CA 95126 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (510) 798-4604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kilam INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251388
MC: 1023623
Based in: Fremont, CA 94538 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 740-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucid USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3488549
MC: 1147342
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (341) 236-1056 Route Verify on FMCSA

Managed Facility Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Managed Facilities Solutions LLC

USDOT: 2974713
MC: 10809
Based in: San Jose, CA 95131 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (408) 920-0110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Careful Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Careful Movers INC

USDOT: 1464935
MC: 553377
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (650) 595-8400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arjak&agnes Sons Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3247717
MC: 1021407
Based in: Santa Clara, CA 95050 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (510) 359-9498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mav Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4340425
MC: 77787146
Based in: Newark, CA 94560 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (510) 456-5745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 233 movers in Palo Alto

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Palo Alto accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Coral Springs to Palo Alto?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,750 to $5,570 for a studio, $5,620 to $8,360 for a one-bedroom, $9,360 to $13,930 for a two-bedroom, $14,980 to $22,290 for a three-bedroom and $20,600 to $30,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palo Alto from Coral Springs?

About 3,012 road miles (2,553 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Coral Springs to Palo Alto?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,150 to $5,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,710 to $5,450. 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 Coral Springs–Palo Alto corridor.