Deltona, FL → Lakeland, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from Deltona to Lakeland

About 87 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,460–$2,170, delivery in 1–2 days, 252 carriers on the Deltona side and 509 in Lakeland.

87 miroad distance
2 h 12 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,460–$2,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Deltona, Florida
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 87 miles (74 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 12 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 252 (84 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Deltona

Lakeland sits about 87 miles southwest of Deltona, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 12 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,460 and $2,170, before packing or storage.

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 509 around Lakeland (177 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 Lakeland.

Deltona has a population of about 100,267 and Lakeland about 125,520. Deltona is considerably denser (2,512 people per square mile versus 1,702), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Deltona to Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 87 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$830	$1,010	$1,230
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$940	$1,140	$1,400
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,460	$1,770	$2,170
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,180	$2,660	$3,240
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,160	$3,850	$4,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,460–$2,170

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 Lakeland (destination)

Publix

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Publix Super Markets INC

USDOT: 439262
MC: 1576808
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33815 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 945 trucks, 1,720 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (863) 688-1188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saddle Creek Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1196553
MC: 470192
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 409 trucks, 535 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (863) 241-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Independent Delivery Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Se Independent Delivery Services INC

USDOT: 842212
MC: 370980
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33811 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 748 trucks, 950 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (863) 616-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2582238
MC: 904298
Based in: Auburndale, FL 33823 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 550 trucks, 275 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (786) 345-7841 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & S Wholesale Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1338655
MC: 525824
Based in: Plant City, FL 33566 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 388 trucks, 401 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (904) 545-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phoenix Logistics & Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3348075
MC: 1069873
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 257 trucks, 243 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (305) 691-3535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exxact Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Exxact Transport INC

USDOT: 612401
MC: 277158
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (863) 682-4101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Star Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 549928
MC: 153627
Based in: Plant City, FL 33563 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (813) 659-1002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 509 movers in Lakeland

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Lakeland with daylight to spare.
Check Florida intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $830 to $1,230 for a studio, $940 to $1,400 for a one-bedroom, $1,460 to $2,170 for a two-bedroom, $2,180 to $3,240 for a three-bedroom and $3,160 to $4,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Deltona?

About 87 road miles (74 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Deltona and Lakeland 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 Deltona to Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,610. 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–Lakeland corridor.