Fort Lauderdale, FL → Destin, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Destin

About 572 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,630–$5,400, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 53 in Destin.

572 miroad distance
10 h 34 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,630–$5,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
To: Destin, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 572 miles (484 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 34 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination: 53 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Destin → Fort Lauderdale

Moving from Fort Lauderdale to Destin is a long-distance move of roughly 572 road miles, heading northwest within Florida.

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 $3,630 to $5,400 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 10 h 34 min.

On the Fort Lauderdale side there are 1,841 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (706 of them authorized for interstate work), and 53 around Destin (26 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 Destin.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Destin about 14,000. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 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.

Cost of moving from Fort Lauderdale to Destin

Full-service estimate for 572 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,450	$1,770	$2,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,180	$2,660	$3,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,990	$9,750	$11,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,250

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

Portable container

$1,530–$2,250

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

Full-service mover

$3,630–$5,400

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 Fort Lauderdale (origin)

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2270429
MC: 775318
Based in: Miramar, FL 33025 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (305) 763-9249 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jds Family Investment Trust LLC

USDOT: 4426606
MC: 1741162
Based in: Miami, FL 33313 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (833) 621-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mainland Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3243966
MC: 1019456
Based in: Weston, FL 33331 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (954) 600-4401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1894774
MC: 1642654
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2892909
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dng Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1608195
MC: 757414
Based in: Sw Ranches, FL 33330 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (305) 591-8911 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1965782
MC: 696410
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,841 movers in Fort Lauderdale

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

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Destin if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Lauderdale to Destin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,160 for a studio, $2,180 to $3,240 for a one-bedroom, $3,630 to $5,400 for a two-bedroom, $5,810 to $8,650 for a three-bedroom and $7,990 to $11,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Destin from Fort Lauderdale?

About 572 road miles (484 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 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.

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

No. Because both Fort Lauderdale and Destin 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 Fort Lauderdale to Destin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,530 to $2,250. 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 Fort Lauderdale–Destin corridor.