Fort Lauderdale, FL

Lee's Summit, MO → Fort Lauderdale, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Lee's Summit to Fort Lauderdale

About 1,426 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,570–$8,280, delivery in 3–7 days, 213 carriers on the Lee's Summit side and 1,841 in Fort Lauderdale.

  • 1,426 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,570–$8,2802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,426 miles (1,208 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
213 (168 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,841 (706 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Lauderdale → Lee's Summit

The route from Lee's Summit, MO to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers roughly 1,426 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,570 to $8,280 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 Lee's Summit side there are 213 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (168 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,841 around Fort Lauderdale (706 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 Fort Lauderdale.

Lee's Summit has a population of about 107,514 and Fort Lauderdale about 188,677. Fort Lauderdale is the denser city (5,282 people per square mile versus 1,582 in Lee's Summit), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida is a higher-cost state than Missouri, 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 Lee's Summit to Fort Lauderdale

Full-service estimate for 1,426 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,230 $2,720 $3,310
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,340 $4,070 $4,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,570 $6,790 $8,280
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,910 $10,860 $13,250
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,240 $14,930 $18,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,070–$2,920

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

Portable container

$2,290–$3,370

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

Full-service mover

$5,570–$8,280

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 Lee's Summit (origin)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Quiktrip Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
929617
MC
400737
Based in
Belton, MO 64012 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
188 trucks, 389 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Bluestem Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
853649
MC
461613
Based in
Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Tingle Flooring

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
69105
MC
621836
Based in
Lee'S Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Elite Tow Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2816899
MC
939135
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Kellys Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3423365
MC
1107203
Based in
Grandview, MO 64030 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 213 movers in Lee's Summit

Near Fort Lauderdale (destination)

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270429
MC
775318
Based in
Miramar, FL 33025 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614506
MC
294798
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4426606
MC
1741162
Based in
Miami, FL 33313 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Mainland Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3243966
MC
1019456
Based in
Weston, FL 33331 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1894774
MC
1642654
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2892909
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Dng Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1608195
MC
757414
Based in
Sw Ranches, FL 33330 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1965782
MC
696410
Based in
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 1,841 movers in Fort Lauderdale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lee's Summit to Fort Lauderdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,230 to $3,310 for a studio, $3,340 to $4,970 for a one-bedroom, $5,570 to $8,280 for a two-bedroom, $8,910 to $13,250 for a three-bedroom and $12,240 to $18,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Lee's Summit?

About 1,426 road miles (1,208 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 Missouri 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 Lee's Summit to Fort Lauderdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,070 to $2,920 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,290 to $3,370. 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 Lee's Summit–Fort Lauderdale corridor.