Fort Myers, FL → Auburn, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Fort Myers to Auburn

About 553 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,370–$5,020, delivery in 2–5 days, 382 carriers on the Fort Myers side and 77 in Auburn.

553 miroad distance
10 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,370–$5,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Myers, Florida
To: Auburn, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 553 miles (469 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 382 (119 interstate)
Movers at destination: 77 (40 interstate)

Reverse: Auburn → Fort Myers

Moving from Fort Myers to Auburn is a long-distance move of roughly 553 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Alabama.

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 $3,370 to $5,020 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 10 h 14 min.

On the Fort Myers side there are 382 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (119 of them authorized for interstate work), and 77 around Auburn (40 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 Auburn.

Fort Myers has a population of about 101,581 and Auburn about 80,000. Fort Myers is considerably denser (2,171 people per square mile versus 1,219), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fort Myers to Auburn

Full-service estimate for 553 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,350	$1,650	$2,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,020	$2,470	$3,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,370	$4,110	$5,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,400	$6,580	$8,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,420	$9,050	$11,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,230

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,230

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

Full-service mover

$3,370–$5,020

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 Myers (origin)

Husky Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968955
MC: 697140
Based in: Lehigh Acres, FL 33976 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (336) 688-1518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmt Naples LLC

USDOT: 2951563
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33967 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (239) 337-3331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Ft Myers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Naples LLC

USDOT: 3534267
MC: 1177701
Based in: Ft Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

FL Go And FL Go Freight

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gfa Rail Services INC

USDOT: 955503
MC: 812797
Based in: Ft Myers, FL 33916 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (239) 275-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frost Brook Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3196833
MC: 153472
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (239) 245-9426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Et Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1127455
MC: 460699
Based in: North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (305) 395-5048 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Running International Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4387511
MC: 1720771
Based in: Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 389-4283 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chhj FL Fort Myers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4497104
MC: 1778548
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (727) 486-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 382 movers in Fort Myers

Near Auburn (destination)

Lambert Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 105783
MC: 60083
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 745-5706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cjr Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1416474
MC: 524357
Based in: Auburn, AL 36832 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 887-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Room2room Movers Auburn LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551493
MC: 1807653
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (334) 740-6184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Guys Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3141732
MC: 99697
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (334) 610-1593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Retriever Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4092410
MC: 1559321
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (334) 300-3138 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calixto & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4471066
MC: 1764614
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (334) 413-8822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randy Cottier

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 915147
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (334) 332-4975 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&ew Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&ew Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1452911
MC: 549044
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 663-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Auburn

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Myers to Auburn?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $2,020 to $3,010 for a one-bedroom, $3,370 to $5,020 for a two-bedroom, $5,400 to $8,030 for a three-bedroom and $7,420 to $11,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Auburn from Fort Myers?

About 553 road miles (469 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 14 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 Alabama 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 Myers to Auburn?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,230. 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 Myers–Auburn corridor.