Davie, FL → Mankato, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Davie to Mankato

About 1,729 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,380–$9,490, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,589 carriers on the Davie side and 116 in Mankato.

1,729 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,380–$9,4902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Davie, Florida
To: Mankato, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,729 miles (1,466 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,589 (600 interstate)
Movers at destination: 116 (69 interstate)

Reverse: Mankato → Davie

Moving from Davie to Mankato is a cross-country move of roughly 1,729 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Minnesota.

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 $6,380 to $9,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Davie side there are 1,589 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (600 of them authorized for interstate work), and 116 around Mankato (69 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 Mankato.

Davie has a population of about 110,851 and Mankato about 45,000. Davie is considerably denser (3,028 people per square mile versus 2,236), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Davie to Mankato

Full-service estimate for 1,729 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,830	$4,670	$5,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,380	$7,780	$9,490
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,210	$12,450	$15,190
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,040	$17,120	$20,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,380–$3,360

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,770

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

Full-service mover

$6,380–$9,490

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 Davie (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Dolphin Transport INC

USDOT: 2305744
MC: 787190
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (786) 563-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2270429
MC: 775318
Based in: Miramar, FL 33025 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (305) 763-9249 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luis Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1355905
MC: 571435
Based in: Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (305) 863-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Mankato (destination)

Waletich Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Waletich Corporation

USDOT: 917240
MC: 396840
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (507) 931-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Specialized INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1215999
MC: 482672
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (507) 345-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Volk Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 646587
MC: 301279
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (507) 388-1683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kato Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mankato Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 3145946
MC: 1547238
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 388-9329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mankato LLC

USDOT: 3371544
MC: 1080976
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (507) 702-3087 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anytime Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3749604
MC: 1330552
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (507) 317-8562 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mankato Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3125369
MC: 90232
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 382-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asu Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539404
MC: 1801154
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (612) 850-9533 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Mankato

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davie to Mankato?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,380 to $9,490 for a two-bedroom, $10,210 to $15,190 for a three-bedroom and $14,040 to $20,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mankato from Davie?

About 1,729 road miles (1,466 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Minnesota 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 Davie to Mankato?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,380 to $3,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,770. 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 Davie–Mankato corridor.