Lakeland, FL → Marietta, GA · Long-distance move
About 514 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,420–$5,080, delivery in 2–5 days, 509 carriers on the Lakeland side and 801 in Marietta.
Marietta sits about 514 miles north of Lakeland, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Georgia 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 $3,420 to $5,080 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 9 h 34 min.
On the Lakeland side there are 509 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (177 of them authorized for interstate work), and 801 around Marietta (372 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 Marietta.
Lakeland has a population of about 125,520 and Marietta about 62,000. Marietta is the denser city (2,594 people per square mile versus 1,702 in Lakeland), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,370 | $1,670 | $2,030 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,050 | $2,500 | $3,050 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,420 | $4,170 | $5,080 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,470 | $6,670 | $8,130 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,520 | $9,170 | $11,190 |
$830–$1,170
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,480–$2,170
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,420–$5,080
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Lakeland, FL → Marietta, GA. 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $2,050 to $3,050 for a one-bedroom, $3,420 to $5,080 for a two-bedroom, $5,470 to $8,130 for a three-bedroom and $7,520 to $11,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 514 road miles (435 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 34 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Florida into Georgia 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $830 to $1,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,480 to $2,170. 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 Lakeland–Marietta corridor.