Fort Lauderdale, FL → Quincy, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Quincy

About 1,449 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,370–$9,470, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 456 in Quincy.

1,449 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,370–$9,4702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
To: Quincy, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 1,449 miles (1,228 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination: 456 (277 interstate)

Reverse: Quincy → Fort Lauderdale

Moving from Fort Lauderdale to Quincy is a long-distance move of roughly 1,449 road miles, heading northeast from Florida to Massachusetts.

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 $6,370 to $9,470 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 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 456 around Quincy (277 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 Quincy.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Quincy about 103,173. The two cities have comparable density (5,282 and 6,123 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Massachusetts does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fort Lauderdale to Quincy

Full-service estimate for 1,449 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,370	$7,770	$9,470
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,190	$12,420	$15,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,010	$17,080	$20,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,090–$2,950

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,400

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

Full-service mover

$6,370–$9,470

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 Quincy (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Speed Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460758
MC: 1139822
Based in: West Roxbury, MA 02132 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 905-7276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456438
MC: 1132315
Based in: Revere, MA 02151 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abex Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1773017
MC: 647143
Based in: Readville, MA 02136 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (781) 848-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 456 movers in Quincy

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,370 to $9,470 for a two-bedroom, $10,190 to $15,160 for a three-bedroom and $14,010 to $20,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Quincy from Fort Lauderdale?

About 1,449 road miles (1,228 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Massachusetts 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 Quincy?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,090 to $2,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,400. 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–Quincy corridor.