Fort Myers, FL → Portsmouth, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Myers to Portsmouth

About 1,528 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,200–$9,230, delivery in 5–10 days, 382 carriers on the Fort Myers side and 51 in Portsmouth.

1,528 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,200–$9,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Myers, Florida
To: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 1,528 miles (1,295 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 382 (119 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Portsmouth → Fort Myers

Moving from Fort Myers to Portsmouth is a cross-country move of roughly 1,528 road miles, heading northeast from Florida to New Hampshire.

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 $6,200 to $9,230 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 51 around Portsmouth (38 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 Portsmouth.

Fort Myers has a population of about 101,581 and Portsmouth about 23,000. Fort Myers is considerably denser (2,171 people per square mile versus 1,402), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Fort Myers to Portsmouth

Full-service estimate for 1,528 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,200	$7,560	$9,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,920	$12,100	$14,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,650	$16,640	$20,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,510

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

Full-service mover

$6,200–$9,230

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

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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 Portsmouth (destination)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crowded Street Holdings LLC

USDOT: 3152985
MC: 105934
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 772-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 361089
MC: 249041
Based in: Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 335-2967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1761858
MC: 644032
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (603) 436-2725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2519075
MC: 874927
Based in: Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (603) 918-3664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC

USDOT: 1381627
MC: 532837
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (603) 379-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 363252
MC: 74451
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 427-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2874509
MC: 1767324
Based in: Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (603) 749-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC

USDOT: 4233288
MC: 1638118
Based in: Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 380-9443 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Portsmouth 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,690 for a studio, $3,720 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,200 to $9,230 for a two-bedroom, $9,920 to $14,770 for a three-bedroom and $13,650 to $20,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portsmouth from Fort Myers?

About 1,528 road miles (1,295 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Hampshire 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 Portsmouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,510. 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–Portsmouth corridor.