Santa Fe, NM

Orlando, FL → Santa Fe, NM · Cross-country move

Movers from Orlando to Santa Fe

About 1,803 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,250, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 25 in Santa Fe.

  • 1,803 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,210–$9,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,803 miles (1,528 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination
25 (11 interstate)

Reverse: Santa Fe → Orlando

Santa Fe sits about 1,803 miles northwest of Orlando, 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 $6,210 to $9,250 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 31 hours (4 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 25 around Santa Fe (11 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 Santa Fe.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Santa Fe about 90,000. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 1,675), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Orlando to Santa Fe

Full-service estimate for 1,803 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,490 $3,030 $3,700
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,730 $4,550 $5,550
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,210 $7,580 $9,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,940 $12,130 $14,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,670 $16,670 $20,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,600–$3,670

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

Portable container

$2,630–$3,870

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

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,250

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Orlando, FL → Santa Fe, NM. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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

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

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

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

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

1st Class Moving And Storage

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

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

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

All 1,200 movers in Orlando

Near Santa Fe (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3240298
MC
1017620
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Pro-Move Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3942498
MC
1464643
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Johnson Southwest Moving Systems

Licensed interstate
USDOT
496334
MC
256060
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Ahl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
295148
MC
283301
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

J & L Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2475716
MC
856379
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Yanez Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3782449
MC
1354533
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Gonzales & Sons Trucking

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
626351
MC
330221
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Wilson Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1195329
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 25 movers in Santa Fe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Santa Fe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,490 to $3,700 for a studio, $3,730 to $5,550 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,250 for a two-bedroom, $9,940 to $14,790 for a three-bedroom and $13,670 to $20,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Santa Fe from Orlando?

About 1,803 road miles (1,528 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Orlando to Santa Fe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,600 to $3,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,630 to $3,870. 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–Santa Fe corridor.