Orlando, FL → Albany, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Orlando to Albany

About 1,262 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,910–$8,790, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 243 in Albany.

1,262 miroad distance
22 h 28 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,910–$8,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Orlando, Florida
To: Albany, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,262 miles (1,069 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 28 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Orlando

The route from Orlando, FL to Albany, NY covers roughly 1,262 miles by road, a north-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 $5,910 to $8,790 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 28 min.

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (100 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 Albany.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Albany about 101,698. Albany is the denser city (4,637 people per square mile versus 2,781 in Orlando), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Albany

Full-service estimate for 1,262 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,910	$7,200	$8,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,450	$11,520	$14,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,990	$15,840	$19,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,750–$2,470

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

Portable container

$2,150–$3,160

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

Full-service mover

$5,910–$8,790

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 Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4147606
MC: 1591558
Based in: Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (401) 865-9434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534394
MC: 712152
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 600-2339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6899824
MC: 51207034
Based in: Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (888) 800-0851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3124710
MC: 89944
Based in: Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (321) 400-5431 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2854652
MC: 955645
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (407) 258-3015 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 123 Moving Solutions INC

USDOT: 2516919
MC: 873384
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 456-7668 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4270194
MC: 1658272
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (407) 859-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 694372
MC: 321863
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (407) 851-1615 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Albany?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,360 to $3,510 for a studio, $3,540 to $5,270 for a one-bedroom, $5,910 to $8,790 for a two-bedroom, $9,450 to $14,060 for a three-bedroom and $12,990 to $19,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Orlando?

About 1,262 road miles (1,069 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 28 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 York 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 Orlando to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,750 to $2,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,150 to $3,160. 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 Orlando–Albany corridor.