Fort Lauderdale, FL → Port Angeles, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Port Angeles

About 3,275 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,400–$13,990, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 11 in Port Angeles.

3,275 miroad distance
57 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,400–$13,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
To: Port Angeles, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 3,275 miles (2,775 straight-line)
Drive time: 57 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: 11 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Port Angeles → Fort Lauderdale

The route from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Angeles, WA covers roughly 3,275 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,400 to $13,990 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 57 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 11 around Port Angeles (2 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 Port Angeles.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Port Angeles about 20,000. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 people per square mile versus 1,864), 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 Port Angeles

Full-service estimate for 3,275 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,760	$4,590	$5,590
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,640	$6,880	$8,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,400	$11,470	$13,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,040	$18,340	$22,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,680	$25,220	$30,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,570–$6,440

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

Portable container

$3,940–$5,800

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

Full-service mover

$9,400–$13,990

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

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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 Port Angeles (destination)

Puget Sound Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jayhawk Enterprises INC

USDOT: 430203
MC: 1591731
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 452-2327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derma Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dustin Derma

USDOT: 2394621
MC: 56274
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 417-8195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sassone Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Francesco Sassone

USDOT: 2488308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 797-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Warehouse LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3555308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (360) 460-4746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amazing Movers 360 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3236584
MC: 1113801
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98363 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

Saa

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Paul M Creech Pianos And Music Academy

USDOT: 2350296
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 681-8187 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Elite INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2376917
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 912-0224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Owner

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Glavin Moving Company

USDOT: 2486455
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 809-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Port Angeles

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Port Angeles 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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Lauderdale to Port Angeles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,760 to $5,590 for a studio, $5,640 to $8,390 for a one-bedroom, $9,400 to $13,990 for a two-bedroom, $15,040 to $22,380 for a three-bedroom and $20,680 to $30,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Port Angeles from Fort Lauderdale?

About 3,275 road miles (2,775 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 57 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 Port Angeles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,570 to $6,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,940 to $5,800. 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–Port Angeles corridor.