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Cape Coral, FL

Palm Bay, FL → Cape Coral, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from Palm Bay to Cape Coral

About 145 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,140–$3,190, delivery in 1–2 days, 105 carriers on the Palm Bay side and 331 in Cape Coral.

  • 145 miroad distance
  • 3 h 12 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,140–$3,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 145 miles (123 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 12 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin
105 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination
331 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Cape Coral → Palm Bay

Moving from Palm Bay to Cape Coral is a short-haul move of roughly 145 road miles, heading southwest within Florida.

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 3 h 12 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,140 and $3,190, before packing or storage.

On the Palm Bay side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 of them authorized for interstate work), and 331 around Cape Coral (97 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 Cape Coral.

Palm Bay has a population of about 148,092 and Cape Coral about 236,264. Cape Coral is the denser city (1,830 people per square mile versus 1,386 in Palm Bay), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Palm Bay to Cape Coral

Full-service estimate for 145 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,290 $1,570 $1,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,140 $2,610 $3,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,720 $5,750 $7,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,140–$3,190

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 Palm Bay (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zytran Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S7even LLC

USDOT
1206797
MC
517817
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (786) 451-3574 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shen Mc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2792487
MC
944153
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (407) 202-0420 Route Verify on FMCSA

James Z Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3699924
MC
1294166
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32909 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (917) 500-6601 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Palm Bay

Near Cape Coral (destination)

FL Go And FL Go Freight

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gfa Rail Services INC

USDOT
955503
MC
812797
Based in
Ft Myers, FL 33916 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (239) 275-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Et Transport Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1127455
MC
460699
Based in
North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (305) 395-5048 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coyote Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1965933
MC
718415
Based in
Cape Coral, FL 33993 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (239) 340-9202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chhj FL Fort Myers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4497104
MC
1778548
Based in
Fort Myers, FL 33901 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (727) 486-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truckens Ways LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3168656
MC
116482
Based in
Fort Myers, FL 33908 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (888) 541-5759 Route Verify on FMCSA

Novel Tranz INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2291429
MC
782483
Based in
Cape Coral, FL 33990 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (479) 439-9799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Next Level Trucking And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3583538
MC
1211293
Based in
Cape Coral, FL 33909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (718) 915-5847 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prosmart Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4320572
MC
1685669
Based in
Cape Coral, FL 33909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (786) 282-2703 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 331 movers in Cape Coral

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palm Bay to Cape Coral?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,290 to $1,910 for a one-bedroom, $2,140 to $3,190 for a two-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,100 for a three-bedroom and $4,720 to $7,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cape Coral from Palm Bay?

About 145 road miles (123 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 12 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 Palm Bay and Cape Coral 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 Palm Bay to Cape Coral?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Palm Bay–Cape Coral corridor.