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Cedar Rapids, IA

Pensacola, FL → Cedar Rapids, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pensacola to Cedar Rapids

About 985 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,470–$6,650, delivery in 2–5 days, 105 carriers on the Pensacola side and 96 in Cedar Rapids.

  • 985 miroad distance
  • 17 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,470–$6,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 985 miles (834 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
105 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination
96 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Cedar Rapids → Pensacola

The route from Pensacola, FL to Cedar Rapids, IA covers roughly 985 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,470 to $6,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 41 min.

On the Pensacola side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (51 of them authorized for interstate work), and 96 around Cedar Rapids (57 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 Cedar Rapids.

Pensacola has a population of about 55,000 and Cedar Rapids about 137,935. The two cities have comparable density (2,385 and 1,910 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pensacola to Cedar Rapids

Full-service estimate for 985 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,790 $2,180 $2,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,680 $3,270 $3,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,470 $5,450 $6,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,150 $8,720 $10,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,840 $12,000 $14,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$4,470–$6,650

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 Pensacola (origin)

Lmac Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4180295
MC
1609332
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (352) 857-1050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hightower Industries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4402443
MC
1728312
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (850) 466-2133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rowe'S Moving Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939708
MC
993927
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32505 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (850) 221-3343 Route Verify on FMCSA

City Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1073913
MC
1354784
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32505 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (850) 433-4110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Pensacola FL

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gj & 4k LLC

USDOT
2897684
MC
974138
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (850) 471-1166 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dck Capital INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527613
MC
1173178
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32506 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (850) 417-4098 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chosen One Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1526680
MC
33611
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (850) 368-6209 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Pensacola LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1605535
MC
593756
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Pensacola

Near Cedar Rapids (destination)

Crst The Transportation Solution INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crst Expedited INC

USDOT
53773
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,362 trucks, 4,082 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (319) 396-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Side Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
165881
MC
160875
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3,127 trucks, 566 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (319) 390-4466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
87390
MC
45591
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 397-1296 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Berns Moving INC

USDOT
2335297
MC
797856
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (319) 362-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327728
MC
1059946
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (319) 693-9043 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wgm Logistic Group INC

USDOT
4572249
MC
1820278
Based in
Marion, IA 52302 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (319) 393-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Porter Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2427654
MC
876222
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (319) 560-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allebach Hauling Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3495753
MC
1152036
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (319) 777-9705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Cedar Rapids

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pensacola to Cedar Rapids?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,660 for a studio, $2,680 to $3,990 for a one-bedroom, $4,470 to $6,650 for a two-bedroom, $7,150 to $10,640 for a three-bedroom and $9,840 to $14,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cedar Rapids from Pensacola?

About 985 road miles (834 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Iowa 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 Pensacola to Cedar Rapids?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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 Pensacola–Cedar Rapids corridor.