Miramar, FL → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Miramar to Hilo

About 5,566 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $14,250–$21,200, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,590 carriers on the Miramar side and 19 in Hilo.

5,566 miroad distance
96 hours (11 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$14,250–$21,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Miramar, Florida
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 5,566 miles (4,717 straight-line)
Drive time: 96 hours (11 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,590 (526 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Miramar

Moving from Miramar to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 5,566 road miles, heading west from Florida to Hawaii.

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 $14,250 to $21,200 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 96 hours (11 driving days).

On the Miramar side there are 1,590 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (526 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Miramar has a population of about 142,570 and Hilo about 45,000. Miramar is considerably denser (4,662 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Miramar to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 5,566 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$5,700	$6,950	$8,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$8,550	$10,420	$12,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$14,250	$17,370	$21,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$22,790	$27,800	$33,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$31,340	$38,220	$46,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$7,670–$10,830

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

Portable container

$5,990–$8,810

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

Full-service mover

$14,250–$21,200

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Miramar (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (4 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 (5 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (11 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 (7 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 (4 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Dolphin Transport INC

USDOT: 2305744
MC: 787190
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (786) 563-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,590 movers in Miramar

Near Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Miramar to Hilo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $5,700 to $8,480 for a studio, $8,550 to $12,720 for a one-bedroom, $14,250 to $21,200 for a two-bedroom, $22,790 to $33,910 for a three-bedroom and $31,340 to $46,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Miramar?

About 5,566 road miles (4,717 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 96 hours (11 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 Florida into Hawaii 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 Miramar to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $7,670 to $10,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,990 to $8,810. 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 Miramar–Hilo corridor.