South Fulton, GA

Fort Lauderdale, FL → South Fulton, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Fort Lauderdale to South Fulton

About 687 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,850–$5,720, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,841 carriers on the Fort Lauderdale side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

  • 687 miroad distance
  • 12 h 33 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,850–$5,7202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 687 miles (582 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 33 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,841 (706 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Fort Lauderdale

The route from Fort Lauderdale, FL to South Fulton, GA covers roughly 687 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $3,850 to $5,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 33 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 1,228 around South Fulton (556 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 South Fulton.

Fort Lauderdale has a population of about 188,677 and South Fulton about 112,820. Fort Lauderdale is considerably denser (5,282 people per square mile versus 1,261), 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 South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 687 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,310 $2,810 $3,430
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,850 $4,690 $5,720
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,150 $7,510 $9,160
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,460 $10,320 $12,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,420

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,400

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

Full-service mover

$3,850–$5,720

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 South Fulton (destination)

Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4445950
MC
1751299
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
617228
MC
295835
Based in
Forest Park, GA 30297 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Noble Seal Incnoble Sealbg INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4163620
MC
1600379
Based in
Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Wayside Global Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3450596
MC
1123263
Based in
Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Flood Brothers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
977313
MC
413332
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30336 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Dtm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
295252
MC
870681
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Otad On Time Accurate Delivery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3294182
MC
1043650
Based in
Fayetteville, GA 30214 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Professional Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
983994
MC
417515
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30354 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

All 1,228 movers in South Fulton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Lauderdale to South Fulton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,310 to $3,430 for a one-bedroom, $3,850 to $5,720 for a two-bedroom, $6,150 to $9,160 for a three-bedroom and $8,460 to $12,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Fort Lauderdale?

About 687 road miles (582 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,400. 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–South Fulton corridor.