Sarasota, FL → Davie, FL · Regional long-distance move
About 194 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,460, delivery in 1–2 days, 194 carriers on the Sarasota side and 1,589 in Davie.
Davie sits about 194 miles southeast of Sarasota, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,320 to $3,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 3 min.
On the Sarasota side there are 194 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (66 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,589 around Davie (600 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 Davie.
Sarasota has a population of about 57,000 and Davie about 110,851. The two cities have comparable density (3,730 and 3,028 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,250 | $1,530 | $1,870 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,390 | $1,700 | $2,070 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,320 | $2,830 | $3,460 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,720 | $4,530 | $5,530 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,110 | $6,240 | $7,610 |
$350–$490
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,190–$1,750
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,320–$3,460
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Sarasota, FL → Davie, 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,460 for a two-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,530 for a three-bedroom and $5,110 to $7,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 194 road miles (164 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 3 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Sarasota and Davie 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,750. 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 Sarasota–Davie corridor.