Miami Gardens, FL → Montgomery, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Miami Gardens to Montgomery

About 675 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,660–$5,450, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,734 carriers on the Miami Gardens side and 172 in Montgomery.

675 miroad distance
12 h 20 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,660–$5,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Miami Gardens, Florida
To: Montgomery, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 675 miles (572 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 20 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,734 (574 interstate)
Movers at destination: 172 (94 interstate)

Reverse: Montgomery → Miami Gardens

The route from Miami Gardens, FL to Montgomery, AL covers roughly 675 miles by road, a northwest-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 $3,660 to $5,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 20 min.

On the Miami Gardens side there are 1,734 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (574 of them authorized for interstate work), and 172 around Montgomery (94 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 Montgomery.

Miami Gardens has a population of about 113,579 and Montgomery about 195,300. Miami Gardens is considerably denser (6,134 people per square mile versus 1,255), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Miami Gardens to Montgomery

Full-service estimate for 675 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,470	$1,790	$2,180
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,200	$2,680	$3,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,660	$4,470	$5,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,860	$7,150	$8,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,060	$9,830	$11,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,660–$5,450

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Miami Gardens, FL → Montgomery, AL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Miami Gardens (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT: 263813
MC: 186356
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ryder Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 299073
MC: 191394
Based in: Coral Gables, FL 33134 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,471 trucks, 6,210 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,734 movers in Miami Gardens

Near Montgomery (destination)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Montgomery if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Miami Gardens to Montgomery?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,470 to $2,180 for a studio, $2,200 to $3,270 for a one-bedroom, $3,660 to $5,450 for a two-bedroom, $5,860 to $8,720 for a three-bedroom and $8,060 to $11,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montgomery from Miami Gardens?

About 675 road miles (572 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Florida into Alabama 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 Miami Gardens to Montgomery?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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 Miami Gardens–Montgomery corridor.