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St. Petersburg, FL

Orlando, FL → St. Petersburg, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from Orlando to St. Petersburg

About 113 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,030–$3,010, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 547 in St. Petersburg.

  • 113 miroad distance
  • 2 h 39 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,030–$3,0102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 113 miles (96 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 39 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin
1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination
547 (188 interstate)

Reverse: St. Petersburg → Orlando

St. Petersburg sits about 113 miles southwest of Orlando, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 39 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,030 and $3,010, before packing or storage.

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 547 around St. Petersburg (188 interstate). For an in-state 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 St. Petersburg.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and St. Petersburg about 264,033. St. Petersburg is the denser city (4,180 people per square mile versus 2,781 in Orlando), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Orlando to St. Petersburg

Full-service estimate for 113 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,030 $2,470 $3,010
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,240 $3,950 $4,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,460 $5,440 $6,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$380

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$2,030–$3,010

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

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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
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 St. Petersburg (destination)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT
1397252
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reliance Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliance Trucking LLC

USDOT
4171705
MC
1604690
Based in
Ruskin, FL 33570 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (813) 203-0189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2845444
MC
717403
Based in
Tampa, FL 33609 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (813) 900-9758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
74296
MC
128791
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896761
MC
274730
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nenic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2011835
MC
709021
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33764 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (727) 343-2575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nitty Rose Shipping Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860819
MC
1742220
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (727) 342-3728 Route Verify on FMCSA

Let'S Get Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270761
MC
775415
Based in
St Petersburg, FL 33702 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (727) 532-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 547 movers in St. Petersburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,250 to $1,870 for a one-bedroom, $2,030 to $3,010 for a two-bedroom, $3,240 to $4,820 for a three-bedroom and $4,460 to $6,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Petersburg from Orlando?

About 113 road miles (96 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Orlando and St. Petersburg are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Orlando to St. Petersburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,650. 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–St. Petersburg corridor.