Pompano Beach, FL → Lancaster, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pompano Beach to Lancaster

About 1,155 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,060–$7,520, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,033 carriers on the Pompano Beach side and 260 in Lancaster.

1,155 miroad distance
20 h 37 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,060–$7,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pompano Beach, Florida
To: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,155 miles (979 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 37 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,033 (412 interstate)
Movers at destination: 260 (171 interstate)

Reverse: Lancaster → Pompano Beach

Lancaster sits about 1,155 miles north of Pompano Beach, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,060 to $7,520 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 20 h 37 min.

On the Pompano Beach side there are 1,033 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (412 of them authorized for interstate work), and 260 around Lancaster (171 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 Lancaster.

Pompano Beach has a population of about 117,211 and Lancaster about 58,000. Lancaster is the denser city (8,031 people per square mile versus 4,669 in Pompano Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pompano Beach to Lancaster

Full-service estimate for 1,155 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,020	$2,470	$3,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,030	$3,700	$4,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,060	$6,170	$7,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,090	$9,870	$12,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,130	$13,570	$16,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,640–$2,310

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

Portable container

$2,050–$3,020

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

Full-service mover

$5,060–$7,520

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 Pompano Beach (origin)

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jds Family Investment Trust LLC

USDOT: 4426606
MC: 1741162
Based in: Miami, FL 33313 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (833) 621-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1894774
MC: 1642654
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2892909
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1965782
MC: 696410
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1434373
MC: 681534
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (800) 970-7498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Hollywood-Ft Lauderdale

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lanier Services INC

USDOT: 1336508
MC: 515638
Based in: Davie, FL 33314 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (954) 616-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palm Beach Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3306963
MC: 1053501
Based in: Boca Raton, FL 33431 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,033 movers in Pompano Beach

Near Lancaster (destination)

Miller Dedicated Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2562869
MC: 894481
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (609) 265-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 276388
MC: 290856
Based in: Ephrata, PA 17522 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 721-2803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 168358
MC: 145282
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514795
MC: 197249
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quaker Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 619559
MC: 287214
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Snavely'S Mill INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 377174
MC: 302885
Based in: Lititz, PA 17543 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (717) 626-6256 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2040512
MC: 720073
Based in: Quarryville, PA 17566 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (717) 471-8623 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shawnee Trucking Pa INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1342517
MC: 515012
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 684-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 260 movers in Lancaster

Tips for this move

Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pompano Beach to Lancaster?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,020 to $3,010 for a studio, $3,030 to $4,510 for a one-bedroom, $5,060 to $7,520 for a two-bedroom, $8,090 to $12,040 for a three-bedroom and $11,130 to $16,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lancaster from Pompano Beach?

About 1,155 road miles (979 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 37 min.

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pompano Beach to Lancaster?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,640 to $2,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,050 to $3,020. 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 Pompano Beach–Lancaster corridor.