Dover, DE → Deltona, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Dover to Deltona

About 920 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,530–$6,750, delivery in 2–5 days, 143 carriers on the Dover side and 252 in Deltona.

920 miroad distance
16 h 34 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,530–$6,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dover, Delaware
To: Deltona, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 920 miles (779 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 34 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 143 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination: 252 (84 interstate)

Reverse: Deltona → Dover

Deltona sits about 920 miles southwest of Dover, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware to Florida 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 $4,530 to $6,750 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 34 min.

On the Dover side there are 143 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (103 of them authorized for interstate work), and 252 around Deltona (84 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 Deltona.

Dover has a population of about 40,000 and Deltona about 100,267. Deltona is the denser city (2,512 people per square mile versus 1,654 in Dover), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Dover to Deltona

Full-service estimate for 920 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,210	$2,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,720	$3,320	$4,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,530	$5,530	$6,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,260	$8,850	$10,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,980	$12,170	$14,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,970

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

Portable container

$1,840–$2,710

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

Full-service mover

$4,530–$6,750

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Dover (origin)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1934741
MC: 690698
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1510668
MC: 566208
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT: 2546977
MC: 886752
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 872818
MC: 903323
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3876998
MC: 1421184
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4262251
MC: 1653912
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3100720
MC: 77314
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3621695
MC: 1237363
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

Near Deltona (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,700 for a studio, $2,720 to $4,050 for a one-bedroom, $4,530 to $6,750 for a two-bedroom, $7,260 to $10,800 for a three-bedroom and $9,980 to $14,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Deltona from Dover?

About 920 road miles (779 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Delaware 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Dover to Deltona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,710. 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 Dover–Deltona corridor.