Fort Myers, FL → Sioux City, IA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Myers to Sioux City

About 1,617 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,900–$8,770, delivery in 5–10 days, 382 carriers on the Fort Myers side and 61 in Sioux City.

1,617 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,900–$8,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Myers, Florida
To: Sioux City, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,617 miles (1,370 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 382 (119 interstate)
Movers at destination: 61 (51 interstate)

Reverse: Sioux City → Fort Myers

Sioux City sits about 1,617 miles northwest of Fort Myers, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Iowa that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $5,900 to $8,770 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 28 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 61 around Sioux City (51 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 Sioux City.

Fort Myers has a population of about 101,581 and Sioux City about 85,000. Fort Myers is considerably denser (2,171 people per square mile versus 1,457), 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 Iowa than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fort Myers to Sioux City

Full-service estimate for 1,617 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,540	$4,310	$5,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,900	$7,190	$8,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,430	$11,510	$14,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,970	$15,820	$19,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$5,900–$8,770

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 Sioux City (destination)

Guntren Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 64337
MC: 209119
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51105 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (712) 255-1104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Of The Great Plains

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 232863
MC: 48109
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51103 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (712) 224-1319 Route Verify on FMCSA

Almlogistiq LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3513339
MC: 1163672
Based in: South Sioux City, NE 68776 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (507) 737-3716 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aj Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elvis A Villatoro INC

USDOT: 1569734
MC: 595405
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51106 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (712) 202-3719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shi South LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3400753
MC: 1098621
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51108 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (605) 232-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rod Krahmer Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 777007
MC: 348145
Based in: Dakota City, NE 68731 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (402) 987-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hometown Mobility

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hometown Businesses INC

USDOT: 1932256
MC: 1138974
Based in: Merrill, IA 51038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (712) 938-2029 Route Verify on FMCSA

Siouxland Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Action Moving & Storage

USDOT: 299154
MC: 1497813
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51101 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (712) 252-1938 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 61 movers in Sioux City

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Myers to Sioux City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,360 to $3,510 for a studio, $3,540 to $5,260 for a one-bedroom, $5,900 to $8,770 for a two-bedroom, $9,430 to $14,040 for a three-bedroom and $12,970 to $19,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sioux City from Fort Myers?

About 1,617 road miles (1,370 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Iowa 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 Sioux City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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–Sioux City corridor.