Orlando, FL → Minot, ND · Cross-country move

Movers from Orlando to Minot

About 2,049 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,730–$10,010, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 20 in Minot.

2,049 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,730–$10,0102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Orlando, Florida
To: Minot, North Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 2,049 miles (1,737 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination: 20 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Minot → Orlando

Moving from Orlando to Minot is a cross-country move of roughly 2,049 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to North Dakota.

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 $6,730 to $10,010 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

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 20 around Minot (13 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 Minot.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Minot about 48,000. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 1,747), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that North Dakota does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Minot

Full-service estimate for 2,049 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,690	$3,280	$4,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,040	$4,920	$6,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,730	$8,210	$10,010
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,770	$13,130	$16,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,810	$18,060	$22,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,860–$4,030

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

Portable container

$2,850–$4,190

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

Full-service mover

$6,730–$10,010

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 Minot (destination)

North Country Construction & Rentals INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1191893
MC: 478549
Based in: Minot, ND 58701 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (701) 852-1384 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Delivery And Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bernard Boamah

USDOT: 2790726
MC: 930829
Based in: Minot, ND 58702 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (701) 339-0473 Verify on FMCSA

Eggen Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 859369
MC: 477705
Based in: Minot, ND 58701 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (701) 240-9180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Treway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3242104
MC: 1018528
Based in: Minot, ND 58701 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 500-5434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eccnd LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3989757
MC: 1496370
Based in: Minot, ND 58703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (701) 509-9649 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hanson-Maves Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 75272
MC: 91696
Based in: Minot, ND 58701 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 852-1055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mpk Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Michael Peter Kizima

USDOT: 746841
MC: 165236
Based in: Minot, ND 58701 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (701) 509-1272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Flash Moving Service LLC

USDOT: 3131821
MC: 93564
Based in: Minot, ND 58703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (701) 289-6550 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 20 movers in Minot

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,690 to $4,000 for a studio, $4,040 to $6,010 for a one-bedroom, $6,730 to $10,010 for a two-bedroom, $10,770 to $16,020 for a three-bedroom and $14,810 to $22,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Minot from Orlando?

About 2,049 road miles (1,737 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 North Dakota 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 Minot?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,860 to $4,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,850 to $4,190. 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–Minot corridor.