St. Augustine, FL → Buffalo, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from St. Augustine to Buffalo

About 1,072 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,380–$8,000, delivery in 3–7 days, 71 carriers on the St. Augustine side and 302 in Buffalo.

1,072 miroad distance
19 h 11 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,380–$8,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: St. Augustine, Florida
To: Buffalo, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,072 miles (908 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 11 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 71 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination: 302 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Buffalo → St. Augustine

Buffalo sits about 1,072 miles north of St. Augustine, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to New York 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 $5,380 to $8,000 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 19 h 11 min.

On the St. Augustine side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 302 around Buffalo (91 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 Buffalo.

St. Augustine has a population of about 16,000 and Buffalo about 274,613. Buffalo is the denser city (6,890 people per square mile versus 1,505 in St. Augustine), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from St. Augustine to Buffalo

Full-service estimate for 1,072 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,150	$2,620	$3,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,230	$3,930	$4,800
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,380	$6,560	$8,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,600	$10,490	$12,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,830	$14,430	$17,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

Portable container

$1,980–$2,910

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

Full-service mover

$5,380–$8,000

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 St. Augustine (origin)

Champion Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1633941
MC: 602443
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32092 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (904) 521-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transway Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480971
MC: 858578
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32095 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (904) 239-1036 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ezcon Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4309942
MC: 1679736
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (904) 490-8593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minorcan Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 314177
MC: 207187
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (904) 824-3500 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Florida Transfer & Relocation INC

USDOT: 1447613
MC: 547090
Based in: Saint Augusitne, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (904) 794-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unitrans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2014357
MC: 717943
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (904) 294-9024 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Moving Van Lines

Interstate carrier

Legal name: T & J Truck Leasing LLC

USDOT: 3262059
MC: 1028487
Based in: St Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (904) 794-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Helping Hands Movers Of St Augustine INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4574830
MC: 1820223
Based in: Saint Augustine, FL 32084 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (904) 229-4118 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in St. Augustine

Near Buffalo (destination)

Tops Friendly Markets

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Erie Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1043805
MC: 438928
Based in: Lancaster, NY 14086 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (716) 515-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Regional Logistics Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 672523
MC: 311416
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14213 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (716) 876-4645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bulldog Movers LLC

USDOT: 3356419
MC: 1074016
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (716) 800-4455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raine Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1711438
MC: 627859
Based in: West Seneca, NY 14224 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Copebestway Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 142382
MC: 140349
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14212 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (716) 875-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Productive Transportation Carrier Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 572094
MC: 278056
Based in: Tonawanda, NY 14150 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (716) 833-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayfinder Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3104397
MC: 79366
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14216 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (716) 832-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fda Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1613148
MC: 596406
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (716) 630-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 302 movers in Buffalo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from St. Augustine to Buffalo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,150 to $3,200 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,800 for a one-bedroom, $5,380 to $8,000 for a two-bedroom, $8,600 to $12,800 for a three-bedroom and $11,830 to $17,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buffalo from St. Augustine?

About 1,072 road miles (908 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 11 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 New York 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 St. Augustine to Buffalo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,980 to $2,910. 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 St. Augustine–Buffalo corridor.