Huntington, WV → Lakeland, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Huntington to Lakeland

About 845 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,070–$6,050, delivery in 2–5 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 509 in Lakeland.

845 miroad distance
15 h 16 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,070–$6,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntington, West Virginia
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 845 miles (716 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 16 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Huntington

Lakeland sits about 845 miles south of Huntington, which makes this an interstate relocation from West Virginia to Florida 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 $4,070 to $6,050 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 15 h 16 min.

On the Huntington side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 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.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Lakeland about 125,520. Huntington is considerably denser (2,888 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 is a higher-cost state than West Virginia, 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 Huntington to Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 845 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,630	$1,980	$2,420
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,440	$2,980	$3,630
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,070	$4,960	$6,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,510	$7,940	$9,690
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,950	$10,920	$13,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,170–$1,650

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

Portable container

$1,770–$2,610

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

Full-service mover

$4,070–$6,050

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Huntington (origin)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 447347
MC: 288128
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2549718
MC: 888099
Based in: Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 63078
MC: 29666
Based in: Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT: 1439738
Based in: Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT: 587135
MC: 240681
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1338118
MC: 516102
Based in: Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3741195
MC: 1324436
Based in: Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4260306
MC: 1652790
Based in: Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

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 Huntington to Lakeland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,630 to $2,420 for a studio, $2,440 to $3,630 for a one-bedroom, $4,070 to $6,050 for a two-bedroom, $6,510 to $9,690 for a three-bedroom and $8,950 to $13,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Huntington?

About 845 road miles (716 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 16 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 West Virginia 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 Huntington to Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,170 to $1,650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,770 to $2,610. 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 Huntington–Lakeland corridor.