Key West, FL → Albuquerque, NM · Cross-country move

Movers from Key West to Albuquerque

About 1,950 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,440–$9,580, delivery in 5–10 days, 7 carriers on the Key West side and 129 in Albuquerque.

1,950 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,440–$9,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Key West, Florida
To: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 1,950 miles (1,653 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Albuquerque → Key West

Moving from Key West to Albuquerque is a cross-country move of roughly 1,950 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to New Mexico.

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 $6,440 to $9,580 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Key West side there are 7 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Albuquerque (72 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 Albuquerque.

Key West has a population of about 25,000 and Albuquerque about 556,588. Key West is considerably denser (4,723 people per square mile versus 3,014), 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 New Mexico than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Key West to Albuquerque

Full-service estimate for 1,950 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,580	$3,140	$3,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,870	$4,710	$5,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,440	$7,860	$9,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,310	$12,570	$15,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,170	$17,280	$21,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,750–$3,890

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

Portable container

$2,760–$4,060

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

Full-service mover

$6,440–$9,580

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 Key West (origin)

Drn Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 966624
MC: 450645
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (305) 295-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willyxpress

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4461851
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (786) 929-8069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arnolds Towing

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Arnolds Auto And Marine Repair INC

USDOT: 1071009
MC: 774847
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (305) 296-3832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scott Bros

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1293230
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 296-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Lakes Haulers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3344859
MC: 1068265
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (989) 448-6505 Route Verify on FMCSA

B And B Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1364477
Based in: Cud Joe Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (305) 795-1515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Michael Torres

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Box And Go

USDOT: 2938012
MC: 993105
Based in: Summrlnd Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (732) 618-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Key West

Near Albuquerque (destination)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Labatt New Mexico LLC

USDOT: 2049756
MC: 936475
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (210) 661-4216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstar Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2391081
MC: 821866
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (505) 888-1007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4490870
MC: 1776976
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (505) 344-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Key West to Albuquerque?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,580 to $3,830 for a studio, $3,870 to $5,750 for a one-bedroom, $6,440 to $9,580 for a two-bedroom, $10,310 to $15,330 for a three-bedroom and $14,170 to $21,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albuquerque from Key West?

About 1,950 road miles (1,653 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Mexico 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 Key West to Albuquerque?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,750 to $3,890 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,760 to $4,060. 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 Key West–Albuquerque corridor.