Drn Moving INC
- 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
Key West, FL → The Villages, FL · Regional long-distance move
About 354 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,910–$4,330, delivery in 1–3 days, 7 carriers on the Key West side and 240 in The Villages.
Moving from Key West to The Villages is a regional long-distance move of roughly 354 road miles, heading north within Florida.
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 $2,910 to $4,330 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 48 min.
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 240 around The Villages (91 interstate). For an in-state 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.
Key West has a population of about 25,000 and The Villages about 85,000. Key West is considerably denser (4,723 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,250 | $1,530 | $1,870 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,750 | $2,130 | $2,600 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,910 | $3,550 | $4,330 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,660 | $5,680 | $6,930 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,410 | $7,810 | $9,530 |
$510–$730
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,340–$1,960
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,910–$4,330
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Key West, FL → The Villages, FL. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Arnolds Auto And Marine Repair INC
Legal name: Box And Go
Legal name: Psa Transport LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,750 to $2,600 for a one-bedroom, $2,910 to $4,330 for a two-bedroom, $4,660 to $6,930 for a three-bedroom and $6,410 to $9,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 354 road miles (300 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 48 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
No. Because both Key West and The Villages are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,960. 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.
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–The Villages corridor.