Key West, FL → Ann Arbor, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Key West to Ann Arbor

About 1,450 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,710–$8,500, delivery in 3–7 days, 7 carriers on the Key West side and 229 in Ann Arbor.

1,450 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,710–$8,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Key West, Florida
To: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 1,450 miles (1,229 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 229 (112 interstate)

Reverse: Ann Arbor → Key West

Moving from Key West to Ann Arbor is a long-distance move of roughly 1,450 road miles, heading north from Florida to Michigan.

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 $5,710 to $8,500 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 25 hours (3 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 229 around Ann Arbor (112 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 Ann Arbor.

Key West has a population of about 25,000 and Ann Arbor about 122,233. The two cities have comparable density (4,723 and 4,392 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Michigan does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Key West to Ann Arbor

Full-service estimate for 1,450 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,280	$2,790	$3,400
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,430	$4,180	$5,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,710	$6,960	$8,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,140	$11,140	$13,590
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,560	$15,320	$18,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,090–$2,950

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

Portable container

$2,310–$3,400

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

Full-service mover

$5,710–$8,500

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 Ann Arbor (destination)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 241829
MC: 165377
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Route Verify on FMCSA

A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296052
MC: 192625
Based in: Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT: 186721
MC: 163645
Based in: Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3307370
MC: 1049987
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093121
MC: 73065
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454345
MC: 1125919
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 610538
MC: 293651
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT: 2974615
MC: 10764
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Ann Arbor if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Key West to Ann Arbor?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,280 to $3,400 for a studio, $3,430 to $5,100 for a one-bedroom, $5,710 to $8,500 for a two-bedroom, $9,140 to $13,590 for a three-bedroom and $12,560 to $18,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ann Arbor from Key West?

About 1,450 road miles (1,229 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Michigan 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 Ann Arbor?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,090 to $2,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,310 to $3,400. 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–Ann Arbor corridor.