Ocala, FL → Roswell, NM · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocala to Roswell

About 1,593 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,890–$8,760, delivery in 5–10 days, 186 carriers on the Ocala side and 6 in Roswell.

1,593 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,890–$8,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ocala, Florida
To: Roswell, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 1,593 miles (1,350 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 186 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 6 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Roswell → Ocala

Roswell sits about 1,593 miles west of Ocala, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to New Mexico 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 $5,890 to $8,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 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 6 around Roswell (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 Roswell.

Ocala has a population of about 66,000 and Roswell about 48,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,346 and 1,629 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in New Mexico than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ocala to Roswell

Full-service estimate for 1,593 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,360	$2,870	$3,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,530	$4,310	$5,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,890	$7,180	$8,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,420	$11,490	$14,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,960	$15,800	$19,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,240–$3,160

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,590

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

Full-service mover

$5,890–$8,760

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 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 Roswell (destination)

Brown Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brown Farms LLC

USDOT: 902777
MC: 425010
Based in: Dexter, NM 88230 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (575) 347-2209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villanueva Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 824178
MC: 488455
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (575) 626-6494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3509272
MC: 1342992
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4566387
MC: 1815748
Based in: Artesia, NM 88210 (45 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 231-7999 Route Verify on FMCSA

R E N Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2434052
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (575) 317-9564 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Lake Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3573237
MC: 1204365
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (575) 347-8573 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 6 movers in Roswell

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ocala to Roswell?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,360 to $3,510 for a studio, $3,530 to $5,260 for a one-bedroom, $5,890 to $8,760 for a two-bedroom, $9,420 to $14,020 for a three-bedroom and $12,960 to $19,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Roswell from Ocala?

About 1,593 road miles (1,350 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Mexico 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 Roswell?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,240 to $3,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,590. 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–Roswell corridor.