Fort Lauderdale, FL

Longmont, CO → Fort Lauderdale, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Longmont to Fort Lauderdale

About 2,040 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,050–$10,490, delivery in 5–10 days, 80 carriers on the Longmont side and 1,841 in Fort Lauderdale.

  • 2,040 miroad distance
  • 35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,050–$10,4902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,040 miles (1,729 straight-line)
Drive time
35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
80 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,841 (706 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Lauderdale → Longmont

The route from Longmont, CO to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers roughly 2,040 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,050 to $10,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 35 hours (4 driving days).

On the Longmont side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 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.

Longmont has a population of about 100,109 and Fort Lauderdale about 188,677. Fort Lauderdale is the denser city (5,282 people per square mile versus 3,434 in Longmont), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Longmont to Fort Lauderdale

Full-service estimate for 2,040 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,820 $3,440 $4,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,230 $5,160 $6,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,050 $8,600 $10,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,280 $13,760 $16,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,510 $18,920 $23,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,850–$4,020

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

Portable container

$2,840–$4,180

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

Full-service mover

$7,050–$10,490

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Longmont (origin)

Mgl Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2589879
MC
908286
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2842456
MC
56178
Based in
Lafayette, CO 80026 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3497243
MC
1153031
Based in
Longmont, CO 80501 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Enriquez Landscaping

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2889297
MC
970437
Based in
Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Shire Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
5953507
MC
57519933
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Boss Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1551309
MC
576204
Based in
Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

R & M Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3423774
MC
1107464
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

A&g Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3543592
MC
1221302
Based in
Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 80 movers in Longmont

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Longmont to Fort Lauderdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,820 to $4,200 for a studio, $4,230 to $6,290 for a one-bedroom, $7,050 to $10,490 for a two-bedroom, $11,280 to $16,790 for a three-bedroom and $15,510 to $23,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Longmont?

About 2,040 road miles (1,729 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Colorado 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 Longmont to Fort Lauderdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,850 to $4,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,840 to $4,180. 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 Longmont–Fort Lauderdale corridor.