Pensacola, FL → Tampa, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pensacola to Tampa

About 391 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,050–$4,540, delivery in 1–3 days, 105 carriers on the Pensacola side and 1,059 in Tampa.

391 miroad distance
7 h 27 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,050–$4,5402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pensacola, Florida
To: Tampa, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 391 miles (332 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 27 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 105 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,059 (368 interstate)

Reverse: Tampa → Pensacola

The route from Pensacola, FL to Tampa, FL covers roughly 391 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $3,050 to $4,540 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 27 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 1,059 around Tampa (368 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 Tampa.

Pensacola has a population of about 55,000 and Tampa about 413,554. Tampa is the denser city (3,377 people per square mile versus 2,385 in Pensacola), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pensacola to Tampa

Full-service estimate for 391 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	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,880	$5,950	$7,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,710	$8,180	$9,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$550–$780

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,010

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

Full-service mover

$3,050–$4,540

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

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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 Tampa (destination)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Countrywide Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Countrywide Trucking Corp

USDOT: 1073995
MC: 447175
Based in: Tampa, FL 33610 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 154 trucks, 300 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (813) 944-7775 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ltl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lightning Transport And Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2519126
MC: 885234
Based in: Tampa, FL 33602 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 212 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (813) 444-5144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith-Cargo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 929285
MC: 400706
Based in: Riverview, FL 33578 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (954) 718-5766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

First Class Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 944759
MC: 405647
Based in: Tampa, FL 33619 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (813) 889-0308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2845444
MC: 717403
Based in: Tampa, FL 33609 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (813) 900-9758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xpoint Transportation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4336828
MC: 1693955
Based in: Tampa, FL 33612 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (813) 291-8758 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,059 movers in Tampa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,830 to $2,720 for a one-bedroom, $3,050 to $4,540 for a two-bedroom, $4,880 to $7,260 for a three-bedroom and $6,710 to $9,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tampa from Pensacola?

About 391 road miles (332 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 27 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Pensacola and Tampa 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 Pensacola to Tampa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $550 to $780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,010. 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–Tampa corridor.