Pensacola, FL → Providence, RI · Long-distance move

Movers from Pensacola to Providence

About 1,389 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,870–$8,730, delivery in 3–7 days, 105 carriers on the Pensacola side and 330 in Providence.

1,389 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,870–$8,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pensacola, Florida
To: Providence, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 1,389 miles (1,177 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 105 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination: 330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Pensacola

Moving from Pensacola to Providence is a long-distance move of roughly 1,389 road miles, heading northeast from Florida to Rhode Island.

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 $5,870 to $8,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 330 around Providence (253 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 Providence.

Pensacola has a population of about 55,000 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 2,385 in Pensacola), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Rhode Island does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pensacola to Providence

Full-service estimate for 1,389 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,350	$2,860	$3,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,870	$7,150	$8,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,390	$11,450	$13,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,910	$15,740	$19,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,030–$2,860

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

Portable container

$2,260–$3,320

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

Full-service mover

$5,870–$8,730

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

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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 Providence (destination)

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Unfi Transport LLC

USDOT: 179097
MC: 308546
Based in: Providence, RI 02903 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,222 trucks, 2,520 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 851-9461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cvs Health

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cvs Transportation LLC

USDOT: 612151
MC: 294309
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 322 trucks, 342 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (937) 430-1863 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castle Family Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3934248
MC: 1459148
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (223) 260-9934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rivas Linehaul INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3086040
MC: 69304
Based in: Cranston, RI 02905 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (347) 691-4149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jireh Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3365162
MC: 1078255
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 258-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delivery Management Services INC

USDOT: 1432058
MC: 541084
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (401) 649-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 106974
MC: 133272
Based in: Cranston, RI 02921 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (401) 427-1184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782376
MC: 926696
Based in: North Attleborough, MA 02760 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (508) 905-9134 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Providence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pensacola to Providence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,520 to $5,240 for a one-bedroom, $5,870 to $8,730 for a two-bedroom, $9,390 to $13,970 for a three-bedroom and $12,910 to $19,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Pensacola?

About 1,389 road miles (1,177 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Rhode Island 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 Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,030 to $2,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,260 to $3,320. 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–Providence corridor.