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Miami Gardens, FL → St. Petersburg, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Miami Gardens to St. Petersburg

About 229 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,450–$3,650, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,734 carriers on the Miami Gardens side and 547 in St. Petersburg.

  • 229 miroad distance
  • 4 h 39 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,450–$3,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 229 miles (194 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 39 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin
1,734 (574 interstate)
Movers at destination
547 (188 interstate)

Reverse: St. Petersburg → Miami Gardens

Moving from Miami Gardens to St. Petersburg is a regional long-distance move of roughly 229 road miles, heading northwest within Florida.

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 $2,450 to $3,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 39 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 547 around St. Petersburg (188 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 St. Petersburg.

Miami Gardens has a population of about 113,579 and St. Petersburg about 264,033. Miami Gardens is considerably denser (6,134 people per square mile versus 4,180), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Miami Gardens to St. Petersburg

Full-service estimate for 229 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,470 $1,790 $2,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,450 $2,990 $3,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,920 $4,790 $5,840
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,400 $6,580 $8,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$390–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,450–$3,650

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 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 St. Petersburg (destination)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT
1397252
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reliance Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliance Trucking LLC

USDOT
4171705
MC
1604690
Based in
Ruskin, FL 33570 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (813) 203-0189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2845444
MC
717403
Based in
Tampa, FL 33609 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (813) 900-9758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
74296
MC
128791
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896761
MC
274730
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nenic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2011835
MC
709021
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33764 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (727) 343-2575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nitty Rose Shipping Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860819
MC
1742220
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (727) 342-3728 Route Verify on FMCSA

Let'S Get Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270761
MC
775415
Based in
St Petersburg, FL 33702 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (727) 532-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 547 movers in St. Petersburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Miami Gardens to St. Petersburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,470 to $2,190 for a one-bedroom, $2,450 to $3,650 for a two-bedroom, $3,920 to $5,840 for a three-bedroom and $5,400 to $8,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Petersburg from Miami Gardens?

About 229 road miles (194 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 39 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 Miami Gardens and St. Petersburg 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 Miami Gardens to St. Petersburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $390 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,800. 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–St. Petersburg corridor.