Fort Lauderdale, FL → Odessa, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Odessa

About 1,647 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,100–$9,070, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 84 in Odessa.

1,647 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,100–$9,0702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
To: Odessa, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,647 miles (1,396 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination: 84 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Odessa → Fort Lauderdale

Odessa sits about 1,647 miles west of Fort Lauderdale, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Texas that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,100 to $9,070 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

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 84 around Odessa (42 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 Odessa.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Odessa about 122,707. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 people per square mile versus 2,239), 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 Odessa

Full-service estimate for 1,647 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,440	$2,970	$3,630
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,660	$4,460	$5,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,100	$7,430	$9,070
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,750	$11,890	$14,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,410	$16,350	$19,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,290–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,660

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

Full-service mover

$6,100–$9,070

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 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 Odessa (destination)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Henry Corporation

USDOT: 2195497
MC: 761954
Based in: Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (432) 770-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3234824
MC: 1084110
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 316-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT: 1790390
MC: 779115
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 817981
MC: 265731
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hulk Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3194237
MC: 139812
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (432) 257-7439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rw Logistics And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2531647
MC: 879835
Based in: Odessa, TX 79766 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (682) 206-4162 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327757
MC: 1071482
Based in: Midland, TX 79707 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northmen Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3542877
MC: 1183565
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Odessa

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Odessa accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,440 to $3,630 for a studio, $3,660 to $5,440 for a one-bedroom, $6,100 to $9,070 for a two-bedroom, $9,750 to $14,510 for a three-bedroom and $13,410 to $19,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Odessa from Fort Lauderdale?

About 1,647 road miles (1,396 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Fort Lauderdale to Odessa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,290 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,660. 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–Odessa corridor.