Laredo, TX → Sarasota, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Laredo to Sarasota

About 1,225 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,180–$7,710, delivery in 3–7 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 194 in Sarasota.

1,225 miroad distance
21 h 49 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,180–$7,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laredo, Texas
To: Sarasota, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,225 miles (1,038 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 49 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination: 194 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Sarasota → Laredo

Moving from Laredo to Sarasota is a long-distance move of roughly 1,225 road miles, heading east from Texas 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 $5,180 to $7,710 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 21 h 49 min.

On the Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 194 around Sarasota (66 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 Sarasota.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Sarasota about 57,000. Sarasota is the denser city (3,730 people per square mile versus 2,396 in Laredo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Sarasota

Full-service estimate for 1,225 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,070	$2,530	$3,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,110	$3,790	$4,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,180	$6,320	$7,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,290	$10,110	$12,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,400	$13,900	$16,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,710–$2,410

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

Portable container

$2,110–$3,110

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

Full-service mover

$5,180–$7,710

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3606104
MC: 1226590
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3111107
MC: 82750
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3023251
MC: 35486
Based in: Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3282371
MC: 1037983
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2585079
MC: 905783
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3693941
MC: 1289802
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3081675
MC: 67637
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1166455
MC: 469438
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Sarasota (destination)

Bms Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bekins A-1 Movers INC

USDOT: 716970
MC: 224537
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34240 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 125 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (925) 813-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foodmaster Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2227723
MC: 406237
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34236 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (941) 210-3515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: College Hunks Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4227396
MC: 1634963
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (941) 234-9589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dfm Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Detwiler'S Farm Market Wholesale Produce LLC

USDOT: 2330865
MC: 919251
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34232 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (941) 378-2727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunshine Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sunshine Movers Of Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4054744
MC: 1537260
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (941) 447-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulusa Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1078223
MC: 459630
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34203 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (941) 544-4556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joseph A Palermo Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825959
MC: 675958
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (941) 706-4520 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Sarasota

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Tampa LLC

USDOT: 3534314
MC: 1177730
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 194 movers in Sarasota

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laredo to Sarasota?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,110 to $4,620 for a one-bedroom, $5,180 to $7,710 for a two-bedroom, $8,290 to $12,330 for a three-bedroom and $11,400 to $16,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sarasota from Laredo?

About 1,225 road miles (1,038 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 49 min.

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 Texas 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 Laredo to Sarasota?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,710 to $2,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,110 to $3,110. 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 Laredo–Sarasota corridor.