Pembroke Pines, FL → Sarasota, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pembroke Pines to Sarasota

About 193 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,450, delivery in 1–2 days, 2,479 carriers on the Pembroke Pines side and 194 in Sarasota.

193 miroad distance
4 h 2 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,320–$3,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pembroke Pines, Florida
To: Sarasota, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 193 miles (164 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 2 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 2,479 (829 interstate)
Movers at destination: 194 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Sarasota → Pembroke Pines

Moving from Pembroke Pines to Sarasota is a regional long-distance move of roughly 193 road miles, heading northwest within Florida.

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 $2,320 to $3,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 2 min.

On the Pembroke Pines side there are 2,479 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (829 of them authorized for interstate work), and 194 around Sarasota (66 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 Sarasota.

Pembroke Pines has a population of about 176,714 and Sarasota about 57,000. Pembroke Pines is considerably denser (5,235 people per square mile versus 3,730), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Pembroke Pines to Sarasota

Full-service estimate for 193 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,530	$1,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,390	$1,700	$2,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,710	$4,530	$5,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,100	$6,230	$7,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$490

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,750

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

Full-service mover

$2,320–$3,450

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Pembroke Pines (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT: 263813
MC: 186356
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Dolphin Transport INC

USDOT: 2305744
MC: 787190
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (786) 563-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,479 movers in Pembroke Pines

Near Sarasota (destination)

Bms Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bekins A-1 Movers INC

USDOT: 716970
MC: 224537
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34240 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 125 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (925) 813-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foodmaster Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2227723
MC: 406237
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34236 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (941) 210-3515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: College Hunks Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4227396
MC: 1634963
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (941) 234-9589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dfm Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Detwiler'S Farm Market Wholesale Produce LLC

USDOT: 2330865
MC: 919251
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34232 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (941) 378-2727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunshine Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sunshine Movers Of Sarasota LLC

USDOT: 4054744
MC: 1537260
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (941) 447-1719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulusa Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1078223
MC: 459630
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34203 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (941) 544-4556 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joseph A Palermo Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825959
MC: 675958
Based in: Bradenton, FL 34211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (941) 706-4520 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Sarasota

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Tampa LLC

USDOT: 3534314
MC: 1177730
Based in: Sarasota, FL 34243 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 194 movers in Sarasota

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Pembroke Pines–Sarasota corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pembroke Pines to Sarasota?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,450 for a two-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,520 for a three-bedroom and $5,100 to $7,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sarasota from Pembroke Pines?

About 193 road miles (164 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 2 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 Pembroke Pines and Sarasota 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 Pembroke Pines to Sarasota?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,750. 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 Pembroke Pines–Sarasota corridor.