Lafayette, LA → Lakeland, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Lafayette to Lakeland

About 738 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,870–$5,760, delivery in 2–5 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 509 in Lakeland.

738 miroad distance
13 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,870–$5,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lafayette, Louisiana
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 738 miles (626 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Lafayette

Moving from Lafayette to Lakeland is a long-distance move of roughly 738 road miles, heading east from Louisiana to 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 $3,870 to $5,760 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 13 h 25 min.

On the Lafayette side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 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.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and Lakeland about 125,520. The two cities have comparable density (2,175 and 1,702 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Florida is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, 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 Lafayette to Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 738 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,550	$1,890	$2,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,870	$4,720	$5,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,200	$7,560	$9,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,520	$10,390	$12,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,470

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

Full-service mover

$3,870–$5,760

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 Lafayette (origin)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700976
MC: 1794180
Based in: Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 863701
MC: 379976
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1596229
MC: 942529
Based in: Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2309280
MC: 788388
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT: 2554983
MC: 890877
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 52766
MC: 143588
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610864
MC: 1229882
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4495496
MC: 1777700
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

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

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Lakeland if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to Lakeland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,310 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,460 for a one-bedroom, $3,870 to $5,760 for a two-bedroom, $6,200 to $9,220 for a three-bedroom and $8,520 to $12,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Lafayette?

About 738 road miles (626 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 25 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 Louisiana 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 Lafayette to Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,470. 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 Lafayette–Lakeland corridor.