Savannah, GA

Fort Lauderdale, FL → Savannah, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to Savannah

About 485 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,330–$4,950, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 285 in Savannah.

  • 485 miroad distance
  • 9 h 4 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,330–$4,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 485 miles (411 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 4 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination
285 (170 interstate)

Reverse: Savannah → Fort Lauderdale

Moving from Fort Lauderdale to Savannah is a regional long-distance move of roughly 485 road miles, heading north from Florida to Georgia.

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 $3,330 to $4,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 4 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 285 around Savannah (170 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 Savannah.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and Savannah about 149,440. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 people per square mile versus 1,384), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fort Lauderdale to Savannah

Full-service estimate for 485 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,000 $2,440 $2,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,330 $4,060 $4,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,330 $6,490 $7,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,320 $8,930 $10,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,330–$4,950

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 1,841 movers in Fort Lauderdale

Near Savannah (destination)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4329850
MC
1690402
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1716174
MC
629425
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2422038
MC
82976
Based in
Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
949323
MC
519914
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2023162
MC
711530
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
814696
MC
222137
Based in
Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3176566
MC
122866
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
261996
MC
178110
Based in
Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

All 285 movers in Savannah

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $2,000 to $2,970 for a one-bedroom, $3,330 to $4,950 for a two-bedroom, $5,330 to $7,920 for a three-bedroom and $7,320 to $10,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Savannah from Fort Lauderdale?

About 485 road miles (411 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Georgia 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 Savannah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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–Savannah corridor.