Evansville, IN → Destin, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Evansville to Destin

About 622 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,610–$5,370, delivery in 2–5 days, 120 carriers on the Evansville side and 53 in Destin.

622 miroad distance
11 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,610–$5,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Evansville, Indiana
To: Destin, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 622 miles (527 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 53 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Destin → Evansville

The route from Evansville, IN to Destin, FL covers roughly 622 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,610 to $5,370 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 11 h 25 min.

On the Evansville side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 53 around Destin (26 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 Destin.

Evansville has a population of about 116,176 and Destin about 14,000. Evansville is considerably denser (2,475 people per square mile versus 1,859), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida is a higher-cost state than Indiana, 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.

Cost of moving from Evansville to Destin

Full-service estimate for 622 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,440	$1,760	$2,150
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,170	$2,640	$3,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,610	$4,400	$5,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,780	$7,050	$8,600
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,950	$9,690	$11,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,330

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$3,610–$5,370

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Evansville (origin)

Atlas Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125550
MC: 130921
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,731 trucks, 2,351 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 638-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Walt'S Drive-A-Way Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 70728
MC: 126717
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (812) 602-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Berry Freightlines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Letica Resources INC

USDOT: 146102
MC: 163079
Based in: Evansville, IN 47710 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (248) 608-2181 Route Verify on FMCSA

Meisler Trailer Rentals LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1417829
MC: 536521
Based in: Evansville, IN 47715 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (812) 425-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Bryan Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 273707
MC: 252370
Based in: Newburgh, IN 47630 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (812) 853-8904 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike'S Macer Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2641533
MC: 920652
Based in: Evansville, IN 47713 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (812) 425-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Evansville Movers LLC

USDOT: 3675581
MC: 1276291
Based in: Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (616) 426-9689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kinder Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 213081
MC: 160782
Based in: Evansville, IN 47720 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (812) 422-1998 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Evansville

Near Destin (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evansville to Destin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,150 for a studio, $2,170 to $3,220 for a one-bedroom, $3,610 to $5,370 for a two-bedroom, $5,780 to $8,600 for a three-bedroom and $7,950 to $11,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Destin from Evansville?

About 622 road miles (527 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 25 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 Indiana 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 Evansville to Destin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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 Evansville–Destin corridor.