Dothan, AL → Palm Coast, FL · Regional long-distance move
About 324 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,640–$3,920, delivery in 1–3 days, 112 carriers on the Dothan side and 66 in Palm Coast.
The route from Dothan, AL to Palm Coast, FL covers roughly 324 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
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 $2,640 to $3,920 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 17 min.
On the Dothan side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (77 of them authorized for interstate work), and 66 around Palm Coast (28 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 Palm Coast.
Dothan has a population of about 72,000 and Palm Coast about 109,886. The two cities have comparable density (791 and 936 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Florida is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,180 | $1,440 | $1,760 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,580 | $1,930 | $2,350 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,640 | $3,220 | $3,920 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,220 | $5,150 | $6,280 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,800 | $7,080 | $8,630 |
$480–$680
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,310–$1,930
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,640–$3,920
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Dothan, AL → Palm Coast, FL. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Lan Company Leasing INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,580 to $2,350 for a one-bedroom, $2,640 to $3,920 for a two-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,280 for a three-bedroom and $5,800 to $8,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 324 road miles (274 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 17 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
Yes. Crossing from Alabama into Florida 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,930. 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.
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 Dothan–Palm Coast corridor.