Philadelphia, PA → Key West, FL · Long-distance move
About 1,339 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,520–$8,210, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,658 carriers on the Philadelphia side and 7 in Key West.
The route from Philadelphia, PA to Key West, FL covers roughly 1,339 miles by road, a south-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 $5,520 to $8,210 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 23 h 47 min.
On the Philadelphia side there are 1,658 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,138 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Key West (2 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 Key West.
Philadelphia has a population of about 1.6 million and Key West about 25,000. Philadelphia is considerably denser (11,933 people per square mile versus 4,723), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,210 | $2,690 | $3,280 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,310 | $4,040 | $4,930 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,520 | $6,730 | $8,210 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,830 | $10,770 | $13,140 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,140 | $14,810 | $18,060 |
$1,830–$2,580
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,220–$3,260
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,520–$8,210
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Philadelphia, PA → Key West, FL. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated
Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC
Legal name: Arnolds Auto And Marine Repair INC
Legal name: Box And Go
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,210 to $3,280 for a studio, $3,310 to $4,930 for a one-bedroom, $5,520 to $8,210 for a two-bedroom, $8,830 to $13,140 for a three-bedroom and $12,140 to $18,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,339 road miles (1,135 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 47 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania into Florida 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,830 to $2,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,220 to $3,260. 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.
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 Philadelphia–Key West corridor.