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The Villages, FL

Gainesville, FL → The Villages, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from Gainesville to The Villages

About 68 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,360–$2,030, delivery in 1–2 days, 151 carriers on the Gainesville side and 240 in The Villages.

  • 68 miroad distance
  • 1 h 52 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,360–$2,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 68 miles (58 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 52 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin
151 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
240 (91 interstate)

Reverse: The Villages → Gainesville

Moving from Gainesville to The Villages is a short-haul move of roughly 68 road miles, heading south within Florida.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 52 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,360 and $2,030, before packing or storage.

On the Gainesville side there are 151 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 240 around The Villages (91 interstate). For an in-state 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 The Villages.

Gainesville has a population of about 148,671 and The Villages about 85,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,232 and 2,422 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Gainesville to The Villages

Full-service estimate for 68 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $760 $930 $1,130
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $870 $1,060 $1,290
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,360 $1,660 $2,030
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,060 $2,510 $3,070
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,020 $3,680 $4,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,360–$2,030

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 Gainesville (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Golden Moving Systems INC

USDOT
1669783
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (352) 372-0300 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 College Brothers Of Gainesville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shirley Franchises LLC

USDOT
4063852
MC
1542498
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (855) 668-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ox Strong Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ox Strong Moving LLC

USDOT
3588230
MC
1251688
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (352) 665-7784 Route Verify on FMCSA

24 Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 24 Truckin LLC

USDOT
1788284
MC
651428
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32641 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (352) 664-8335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Wealth Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4139980
MC
1587146
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (980) 556-6497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearce Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2280265
MC
778971
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (352) 681-1017 Route Verify on FMCSA

To N' From Relocation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4261564
MC
1653529
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32606 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunbelt Moving & Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2799474
MC
934972
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32608 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (352) 375-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 151 movers in Gainesville

Near The Villages (destination)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2544769
MC
9962
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (352) 430-7393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1954847
MC
694166
Based in
Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (407) 509-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610741
MC
1444640
Based in
Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (786) 838-7329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3794613
MC
1363449
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (352) 459-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3270292
MC
1032289
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (786) 216-8149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2017545
MC
1452714
Based in
The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (231) 360-4474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 240 movers in The Villages

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Other destinations from Gainesville

Other origins to The Villages

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gainesville to The Villages?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $760 to $1,130 for a studio, $870 to $1,290 for a one-bedroom, $1,360 to $2,030 for a two-bedroom, $2,060 to $3,070 for a three-bedroom and $3,020 to $4,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is The Villages from Gainesville?

About 68 road miles (58 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Gainesville and The Villages are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Gainesville to The Villages?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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 Gainesville–The Villages corridor.