Deltona, FL → Houston, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Deltona to Houston

About 1,010 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,650–$6,910, delivery in 3–7 days, 252 carriers on the Deltona side and 3,257 in Houston.

1,010 miroad distance
18 h 7 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,650–$6,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Deltona, Florida
To: Houston, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,010 miles (856 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 7 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 252 (84 interstate)
Movers at destination: 3,257 (1,374 interstate)

Reverse: Houston → Deltona

Houston sits about 1,010 miles west of Deltona, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Texas 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 $4,650 to $6,910 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 7 min.

On the Deltona side there are 252 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (84 of them authorized for interstate work), and 3,257 around Houston (1,374 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 Houston.

Deltona has a population of about 100,267 and Houston about 2.4 million. Houston is the denser city (3,599 people per square mile versus 2,512 in Deltona), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Deltona to Houston

Full-service estimate for 1,010 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,860	$2,270	$2,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,790	$3,400	$4,150
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,650	$5,670	$6,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,440	$9,070	$11,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,220	$12,470	$15,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,650–$6,910

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Deltona (origin)

Velez Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3895478
MC: 1433482
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (407) 720-7957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Project Management & Installation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2960015
MC: 1728284
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (407) 732-4669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mrm Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2462368
MC: 850881
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (302) 465-2167 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exclusive Courier Service

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3946807
MC: 1467532
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (415) 250-4015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adkins Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476972
MC: 1139873
Based in: Lake Helen, FL 32744 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (407) 562-7409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1620017
MC: 598451
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (407) 388-4601 Route Verify on FMCSA

Navado'S Sun Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Navado'S Sun Valley LLC

USDOT: 1854262
MC: 860056
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (321) 746-4666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roseway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3506179
MC: 1159002
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (239) 595-2040 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Deltona

Near Houston (destination)

Ceva Logistics US INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ceva Contract Logistics US INC

USDOT: 187774
MC: 152620
Based in: Houston, TX 77032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 452 trucks, 679 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (614) 482-5046 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xlr8 Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2926913
MC: 987802
Based in: Houston, TX 77073 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 331 trucks, 272 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (281) 784-2302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri Star Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 325836
MC: 1742035
Based in: Houston, TX 77028 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 282 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (713) 631-1095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palletized Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 152429
MC: 148279
Based in: Houston, TX 77009 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 224 trucks, 184 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (713) 225-3303 Route Verify on FMCSA

W W Rowland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 213641
MC: 161344
Based in: Houston, TX 77013 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (713) 675-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jetco Delivery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jetco Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1470034
MC: 555157
Based in: Houston, TX 77032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 159 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 676-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 541564
MC: 269507
Based in: Houston, TX 77016 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 126 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (281) 458-2649 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544062
MC: 10575
Based in: Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (713) 935-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 3,257 movers in Houston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Deltona to Houston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,860 to $2,770 for a studio, $2,790 to $4,150 for a one-bedroom, $4,650 to $6,910 for a two-bedroom, $7,440 to $11,060 for a three-bedroom and $10,220 to $15,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Houston from Deltona?

About 1,010 road miles (856 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 7 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 Texas 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 Deltona to Houston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,830. 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 Deltona–Houston corridor.