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Melbourne, FL → Boca Raton, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from Melbourne to Boca Raton

About 147 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,150–$3,200, delivery in 1–2 days, 110 carriers on the Melbourne side and 743 in Boca Raton.

  • 147 miroad distance
  • 3 h 14 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,150–$3,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 147 miles (125 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 14 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin
110 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination
743 (316 interstate)

Reverse: Boca Raton → Melbourne

Moving from Melbourne to Boca Raton is a short-haul move of roughly 147 road miles, heading south within Florida.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 14 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,150 and $3,200, before packing or storage.

On the Melbourne side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 743 around Boca Raton (316 interstate). For an in-state 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 Boca Raton.

Melbourne has a population of about 86,000 and Boca Raton about 101,582. Boca Raton is the denser city (3,336 people per square mile versus 1,916 in Melbourne), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Melbourne to Boca Raton

Full-service estimate for 147 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,290 $1,570 $1,920
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,150 $2,620 $3,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,440 $4,200 $5,120
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,730 $5,770 $7,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,150–$3,200

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 Melbourne (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
845056
MC
373614
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (954) 398-3477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4071316
MC
1546792
Based in
Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (786) 547-9335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Top Team Hauling LLC

USDOT
3703749
MC
1648727
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 872-7238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Near Boca Raton (destination)

Pero Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
763996
MC
391076
Based in
Delray Beach, FL 33446 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
136 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (561) 498-5771 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614506
MC
294798
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1894774
MC
1642654
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2892909
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1434373
MC
681534
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (800) 970-7498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palm Beach Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3306963
MC
1053501
Based in
Boca Raton, FL 33431 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Route Verify on FMCSA

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2293832
MC
796971
Based in
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (954) 510-4483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 743 movers in Boca Raton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Boca Raton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,290 to $1,920 for a one-bedroom, $2,150 to $3,200 for a two-bedroom, $3,440 to $5,120 for a three-bedroom and $4,730 to $7,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boca Raton from Melbourne?

About 147 road miles (125 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Melbourne and Boca Raton are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Melbourne to Boca Raton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Melbourne–Boca Raton corridor.