Hillsboro, OR → Lakeland, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Hillsboro to Lakeland

About 2,988 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,620–$12,830, delivery in 7–14 days, 165 carriers on the Hillsboro side and 509 in Lakeland.

2,988 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,620–$12,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hillsboro, Oregon
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,988 miles (2,532 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Hillsboro

The route from Hillsboro, OR to Lakeland, FL covers roughly 2,988 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $8,620 to $12,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hillsboro side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 509 around Lakeland (177 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 Lakeland.

Hillsboro has a population of about 111,126 and Lakeland about 125,520. Hillsboro is considerably denser (4,142 people per square mile versus 1,702), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Hillsboro to Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 2,988 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,170	$6,310	$7,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,620	$10,520	$12,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,800	$16,820	$20,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,970	$23,130	$28,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,120–$5,820

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

Portable container

$3,690–$5,420

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

Full-service mover

$8,620–$12,830

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hillsboro (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terminal Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 59571
MC: 115767
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 445-6892 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ps Trucking INC

USDOT: 524115
MC: 278091
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (503) 224-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truck Source Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3127725
MC: 91424
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 240-2770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pdx Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2353055
MC: 869184
Based in: Tualatin, OR 97062 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Rose City Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rose City Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 295098
MC: 185266
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (503) 285-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Premium Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2033832
MC: 783862
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 433-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgetown Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgetown Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 2318726
MC: 7797
Based in: Portland, OR 97210 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 664-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Hillsboro

Near Lakeland (destination)

Publix

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Publix Super Markets INC

USDOT: 439262
MC: 1576808
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33815 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 945 trucks, 1,720 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (863) 688-1188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saddle Creek Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1196553
MC: 470192
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 409 trucks, 535 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (863) 241-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Independent Delivery Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Se Independent Delivery Services INC

USDOT: 842212
MC: 370980
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33811 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 748 trucks, 950 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (863) 616-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2582238
MC: 904298
Based in: Auburndale, FL 33823 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 550 trucks, 275 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (786) 345-7841 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & S Wholesale Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1338655
MC: 525824
Based in: Plant City, FL 33566 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 388 trucks, 401 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (904) 545-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phoenix Logistics & Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3348075
MC: 1069873
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 257 trucks, 243 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (305) 691-3535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exxact Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Exxact Transport INC

USDOT: 612401
MC: 277158
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (863) 682-4101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Star Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 549928
MC: 153627
Based in: Plant City, FL 33563 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (813) 659-1002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 509 movers in Lakeland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hillsboro to Lakeland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,450 to $5,130 for a studio, $5,170 to $7,700 for a one-bedroom, $8,620 to $12,830 for a two-bedroom, $13,800 to $20,530 for a three-bedroom and $18,970 to $28,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Hillsboro?

About 2,988 road miles (2,532 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Hillsboro to Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,120 to $5,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,690 to $5,420. 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 Hillsboro–Lakeland corridor.