Dothan, AL

Hialeah, FL → Dothan, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Hialeah to Dothan

About 570 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,410–$5,080, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,142 carriers on the Hialeah side and 112 in Dothan.

  • 570 miroad distance
  • 10 h 32 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,410–$5,0802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 570 miles (483 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 32 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,142 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination
112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Hialeah

Dothan sits about 570 miles northwest of Hialeah, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Alabama that most movers classify as a 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 $3,410 to $5,080 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 32 min.

On the Hialeah side there are 2,142 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (675 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Hialeah has a population of about 230,968 and Dothan about 72,000. Hialeah is considerably denser (10,329 people per square mile versus 791), 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 Hialeah to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 570 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,030
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,050 $2,500 $3,050
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,410 $4,160 $5,080
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,460 $6,660 $8,130
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,510 $9,160 $11,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,250

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

Portable container

$1,530–$2,250

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

Full-service mover

$3,410–$5,080

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Hialeah (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
5711188
MC
95178387
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate
USDOT
825788
MC
9440
Based in
Hialeah, FL 33018 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
263813
MC
186356
Based in
Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1876301
MC
677204
Based in
Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Ryder Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
299073
MC
191394
Based in
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,471 trucks, 6,210 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1284430
MC
494689
Based in
Opa Locka, FL 33054 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4296088
MC
1672392
Based in
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4246651
MC
1645441
Based in
Hialeah, FL 33012 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 2,142 movers in Hialeah

Near Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148986
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
256677
MC
115366
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2897746
MC
974169
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
457381
MC
246135
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357693
MC
507202
Based in
Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119395
MC
458318
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119412
MC
458326
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2785148
MC
928069
Based in
Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 112 movers in Dothan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hialeah to Dothan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $2,050 to $3,050 for a one-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,080 for a two-bedroom, $5,460 to $8,130 for a three-bedroom and $7,510 to $11,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Hialeah?

About 570 road miles (483 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 32 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 Hialeah to Dothan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,530 to $2,250. 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 Hialeah–Dothan corridor.