MovingFromMoving navigation
Palm Springs, CA

Ocala, FL → Palm Springs, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocala to Palm Springs

About 2,409 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,280–$12,320, delivery in 7–14 days, 186 carriers on the Ocala side and 74 in Palm Springs.

  • 2,409 miroad distance
  • 42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,280–$12,3202-bedroom estimate
Photo: Visitor7 · CC BY-SA 3.0
Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,409 miles (2,042 straight-line)
Drive time
42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
186 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
74 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Palm Springs → Ocala

Palm Springs sits about 2,409 miles west of Ocala, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to California 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 $8,280 to $12,320 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 42 hours (5 driving days).

On the Ocala side there are 186 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 74 around Palm Springs (33 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 Palm Springs.

Ocala has a population of about 66,000 and Palm Springs about 45,000. Ocala is considerably denser (1,346 people per square mile versus 471), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ocala to Palm Springs

Full-service estimate for 2,409 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,310 $4,040 $4,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,970 $6,060 $7,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,280 $10,100 $12,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,250 $16,160 $19,720
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,220 $22,220 $27,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,380–$4,770

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$8,280–$12,320

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Ocala, FL → Palm Springs, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

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 Ocala (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skills4lifefl LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2412961
MC
1136097
Based in
Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (352) 219-5286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Littlefield Family Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lml Logistics LLC

USDOT
18944
MC
135575
Based in
Ocala, FL 34482 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (352) 237-9799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ellie & Allie Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317599
MC
794710
Based in
Ocala, FL 34476 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (347) 392-9438 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marion Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1522544
MC
568721
Based in
Ocala, FL 34475 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (352) 629-8889 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4057973
MC
1539177
Based in
Ocala, FL 34471 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (813) 417-0860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villager Mover Corporation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4348858
MC
1700955
Based in
Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (352) 812-6981 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 186 movers in Ocala

Near Palm Springs (destination)

Vested Solutions Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4428794
MC
1742302
Based in
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (877) 460-7729 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Kahn Faimly Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Old Town Movers LLC

USDOT
3317953
MC
1258062
Based in
Palm Desert, CA 92260 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 768-0817 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On Time Moving Services INC

USDOT
1266880
MC
497265
Based in
Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (760) 774-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Bolt

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Free Bolt LLC

USDOT
3501180
MC
1415448
Based in
N Palm Spgs, CA 92258 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (817) 482-9489 Route Verify on FMCSA

Labranos Family Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3052631
MC
50657
Based in
Palm Desert, CA 92260 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (760) 895-7510 Route Verify on FMCSA

B C A Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bernardo Cervantes Ascencio

USDOT
1049392
MC
490618
Based in
Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (760) 808-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crenshaw Still Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3536179
MC
1179003
Based in
Cathedral City, CA 92234 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (760) 960-3267 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Hawk Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3354140
MC
1073360
Based in
Palm Springs, CA 92262 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (909) 827-9854 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 74 movers in Palm Springs

Related routes

Other destinations from Ocala

Other origins to Palm Springs

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ocala to Palm Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,310 to $4,930 for a studio, $4,970 to $7,390 for a one-bedroom, $8,280 to $12,320 for a two-bedroom, $13,250 to $19,720 for a three-bedroom and $18,220 to $27,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palm Springs from Ocala?

About 2,409 road miles (2,042 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 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 California 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 Ocala to Palm Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,380 to $4,770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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 Ocala–Palm Springs corridor.