Fort Lauderdale, FL → Olympia, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Olympia

About 3,220 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,310–$13,850, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 101 in Olympia.

3,220 miroad distance
56 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,310–$13,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
To: Olympia, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 3,220 miles (2,729 straight-line)
Drive time: 56 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination: 101 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Olympia → Fort Lauderdale

Moving from Fort Lauderdale to Olympia is a cross-country move of roughly 3,220 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Washington.

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 $9,310 to $13,850 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 56 hours (7 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 101 around Olympia (46 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 Olympia.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Olympia about 57,000. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 people per square mile versus 3,052), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Fort Lauderdale to Olympia

Full-service estimate for 3,220 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,580	$6,810	$8,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,310	$11,350	$13,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,890	$18,160	$22,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,480	$24,970	$30,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,510–$6,370

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

Portable container

$3,890–$5,730

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

Full-service mover

$9,310–$13,850

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 Olympia (destination)

Harbor Wholesale Grocery INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 430787
MC: 309158
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 133 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 754-4484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympic Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 586615
MC: 284187
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (306) 753-2344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morgan Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Western Transfer Of Washington LLC

USDOT: 2575693
MC: 1155069
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (360) 493-1300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olmpic Move Group Lile Moving & Storage Move Nw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Merchants Parcel Delivery INC

USDOT: 527782
MC: 75805
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (360) 701-5234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allwest Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1277174
MC: 786271
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (360) 943-4990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Ready Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All Ready Moving LLC

USDOT: 2083124
MC: 1398715
Based in: Tumwater, WA 98512 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 507-2447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4119742
MC: 1575398
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (360) 780-3858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lady Americana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sound Sleep Products INC

USDOT: 565789
MC: 879382
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (253) 891-1293 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 101 movers in Olympia

Tips for this move

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 Olympia accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,720 to $5,540 for a studio, $5,580 to $8,310 for a one-bedroom, $9,310 to $13,850 for a two-bedroom, $14,890 to $22,160 for a three-bedroom and $20,480 to $30,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Olympia from Fort Lauderdale?

About 3,220 road miles (2,729 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 56 hours (7 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Washington 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 Olympia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,510 to $6,370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,890 to $5,730. 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–Olympia corridor.