Medford, OR → Gainesville, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Medford to Gainesville

About 2,832 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,360–$12,440, delivery in 7–14 days, 52 carriers on the Medford side and 151 in Gainesville.

2,832 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,360–$12,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Medford, Oregon
To: Gainesville, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,832 miles (2,400 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 52 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 151 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Gainesville → Medford

Gainesville sits about 2,832 miles east of Medford, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oregon to Florida that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,360 to $12,440 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Medford side there are 52 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 151 around Gainesville (59 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 Gainesville.

Medford has a population of about 88,000 and Gainesville about 148,671. Medford is considerably denser (3,027 people per square mile versus 2,232), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Medford to Gainesville

Full-service estimate for 2,832 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,350	$4,080	$4,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,020	$6,120	$7,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,360	$10,200	$12,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,380	$16,320	$19,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,400	$22,440	$27,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,960–$5,590

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

Portable container

$3,550–$5,220

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

Full-service mover

$8,360–$12,440

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Medford (origin)

Dash Transit

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dash Delivery INC

USDOT: 1421056
MC: 747468
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (541) 665-3274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oldland Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 167502
MC: 150766
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 664-7080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hall Of Fame Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3328174
MC: 1060141
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (541) 879-9409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adventure Harvest Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4194186
MC: 1616851
Based in: Eagle Point, OR 97524 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (541) 698-1470 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daniel Fillmore Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Virgil Fillmore

USDOT: 507800
MC: 259570
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (916) 718-5640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ford Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8528813
MC: 65709981
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (458) 229-8145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyriver Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Charles Flynn

USDOT: 1740442
MC: 637414
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (541) 292-4187 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avf Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Javier Andrade Mendoza

USDOT: 3445644
MC: 1120282
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 512-4889 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 52 movers in Medford

Near Gainesville (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Golden Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 1669783
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (352) 372-0300 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 College Brothers Of Gainesville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shirley Franchises LLC

USDOT: 4063852
MC: 1542498
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (855) 668-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ox Strong Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ox Strong Moving LLC

USDOT: 3588230
MC: 1251688
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (352) 665-7784 Route Verify on FMCSA

24 Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 24 Truckin LLC

USDOT: 1788284
MC: 651428
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32641 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (352) 664-8335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Wealth Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4139980
MC: 1587146
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (980) 556-6497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearce Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2280265
MC: 778971
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32607 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (352) 681-1017 Route Verify on FMCSA

To N' From Relocation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4261564
MC: 1653529
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32606 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunbelt Moving & Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2799474
MC: 934972
Based in: Gainesville, FL 32608 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (352) 375-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 151 movers in Gainesville

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Gainesville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Medford to Gainesville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,980 for a studio, $5,020 to $7,470 for a one-bedroom, $8,360 to $12,440 for a two-bedroom, $13,380 to $19,910 for a three-bedroom and $18,400 to $27,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gainesville from Medford?

About 2,832 road miles (2,400 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Medford to Gainesville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,960 to $5,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,550 to $5,220. 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 Medford–Gainesville corridor.