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The Villages, FL

Hood River, OR → The Villages, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Hood River to The Villages

About 2,868 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,420–$12,530, delivery in 7–14 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 240 in The Villages.

  • 2,868 miroad distance
  • 50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,420–$12,5302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,868 miles (2,430 straight-line)
Drive time
50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination
240 (91 interstate)

Reverse: The Villages → Hood River

The Villages sits about 2,868 miles east of Hood River, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oregon to Florida 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 $8,420 to $12,530 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 240 around The Villages (91 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 The Villages.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and The Villages about 85,000. Hood River is considerably denser (3,188 people per square mile versus 2,422), 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 Hood River to The Villages

Full-service estimate for 2,868 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,370 $4,110 $5,010
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,050 $6,160 $7,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,420 $10,270 $12,530
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,480 $16,440 $20,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,530 $22,600 $27,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,000–$5,640

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

Portable container

$3,580–$5,260

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

Full-service mover

$8,420–$12,530

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 Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2264228
MC
797196
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1078021
MC
133654
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2250613
MC
823545
Based in
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3005779
MC
26493
Based in
Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700816
MC
1294825
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1554097
MC
577032
Based in
Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4391520
MC
1722817
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT
3573105
MC
1204270
Based in
Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

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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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hood River to The Villages?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,370 to $5,010 for a studio, $5,050 to $7,520 for a one-bedroom, $8,420 to $12,530 for a two-bedroom, $13,480 to $20,050 for a three-bedroom and $18,530 to $27,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is The Villages from Hood River?

About 2,868 road miles (2,430 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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 Hood River to The Villages?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,000 to $5,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,580 to $5,260. 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 Hood River–The Villages corridor.