Destin, FL → Cherry Hill, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Destin to Cherry Hill

About 1,088 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,250–$7,810, delivery in 3–7 days, 53 carriers on the Destin side and 838 in Cherry Hill.

1,088 miroad distance
19 h 28 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,250–$7,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Destin, Florida
To: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 1,088 miles (922 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 28 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 838 (563 interstate)

Reverse: Cherry Hill → Destin

Cherry Hill sits about 1,088 miles northeast of Destin, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to New Jersey 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 $5,250 to $7,810 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 19 h 28 min.

On the Destin side there are 53 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 838 around Cherry Hill (563 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 Cherry Hill.

Destin has a population of about 14,000 and Cherry Hill about 74,000. Cherry Hill is the denser city (20,442 people per square mile versus 1,859 in Destin), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Destin to Cherry Hill

Full-service estimate for 1,088 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,150	$3,840	$4,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,250	$6,410	$7,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,400	$10,250	$12,500
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,560	$14,090	$17,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,210

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$5,250–$7,810

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 Destin (origin)

A & A Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 89741
MC: 128469
Based in: Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 244-7661 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj Panhandle LLC

USDOT: 4037783
MC: 1527178
Based in: Ft Walton Bch, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (757) 685-1483 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving Services Of Nw Fla INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 994666
MC: 1369376
Based in: Fort Walton Bch, FL 32547 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (850) 259-1191 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 320322
MC: 197967
Based in: Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (850) 244-7661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Campbell Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1991298
MC: 1157545
Based in: Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (850) 243-6125 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 89742
MC: 134583
Based in: Ft Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 244-3143 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gilmore Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gilmore Enterprises INC

USDOT: 89853
MC: 129355
Based in: Ft Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 585-3781 Route Verify on FMCSA

American International Moving Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 517309
MC: 180287
Based in: Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (850) 243-7324 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Destin

Near Cherry Hill (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT: 751209
MC: 339982
Based in: Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flower Transfer Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC

USDOT: 346532
MC: 201014
Based in: Sewell, NJ 08080 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (856) 468-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ambrogi Food Dist

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 392622
MC: 1150741
Based in: Westville, NJ 08093 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (856) 845-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1077521
MC: 449417
Based in: West Deptford, NJ 08086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (856) 931-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Ladies And A Gentleman Moving Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447256
MC: 1751983
Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (856) 266-1587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534142
MC: 880980
Based in: Philadelphia, PA 19115 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (215) 383-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 838 movers in Cherry Hill

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Destin to Cherry Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,100 to $3,130 for a studio, $3,150 to $4,690 for a one-bedroom, $5,250 to $7,810 for a two-bedroom, $8,400 to $12,500 for a three-bedroom and $11,560 to $17,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cherry Hill from Destin?

About 1,088 road miles (922 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 28 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 New Jersey 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 Destin to Cherry Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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 Destin–Cherry Hill corridor.