Gulfport, MS → Clearwater, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Gulfport to Clearwater

About 490 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,180–$4,730, delivery in 1–3 days, 66 carriers on the Gulfport side and 361 in Clearwater.

490 miroad distance
9 h 9 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,180–$4,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gulfport, Mississippi
To: Clearwater, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 490 miles (415 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 9 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination: 361 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Clearwater → Gulfport

Clearwater sits about 490 miles east of Gulfport, which makes this an interstate relocation from Mississippi to Florida that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,180 to $4,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 9 min.

On the Gulfport side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (51 of them authorized for interstate work), and 361 around Clearwater (127 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 Clearwater.

Gulfport has a population of about 72,000 and Clearwater about 114,364. Clearwater is the denser city (4,494 people per square mile versus 1,311 in Gulfport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Gulfport to Clearwater

Full-service estimate for 490 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,910	$2,330	$2,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,180	$3,880	$4,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,090	$6,200	$7,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,990	$8,530	$10,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,460–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,180–$4,730

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 Gulfport (origin)

John Fayard Moving & Warehousing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043597
MC: 432866
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (228) 864-2262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laynjaye Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4105938
MC: 1567262
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39531 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (772) 284-2519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gollott & Sons Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87824
MC: 120472
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39507 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf Coast Movers INC

USDOT: 2362630
MC: 809860
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (228) 284-1736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2637990
MC: 918945
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (228) 596-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 173885
MC: 145591
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (228) 863-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1446255
MC: 1268134
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39530 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (228) 386-7559 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gibson Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4 J'S Truck & Transport LLC

USDOT: 1631298
MC: 601748
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (888) 544-2766 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Gulfport

Near Clearwater (destination)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1208624
MC: 480786
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436639
MC: 1114981
Based in: Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616398
MC: 597443
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1945381
MC: 692474
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gulfport to Clearwater?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,910 to $2,840 for a one-bedroom, $3,180 to $4,730 for a two-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,570 for a three-bedroom and $6,990 to $10,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clearwater from Gulfport?

About 490 road miles (415 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 9 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Mississippi into Florida 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 Gulfport to Clearwater?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,140. 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 Gulfport–Clearwater corridor.