St. Petersburg, FL → Fort Myers, FL · Short-haul move

Movers from St. Petersburg to Fort Myers

About 110 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,010–$3,000, delivery in 1–2 days, 547 carriers on the St. Petersburg side and 382 in Fort Myers.

110 miroad distance
2 h 36 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,010–$3,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: St. Petersburg, Florida
To: Fort Myers, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 110 miles (93 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 36 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 547 (188 interstate)
Movers at destination: 382 (119 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Myers → St. Petersburg

Moving from St. Petersburg to Fort Myers is a short-haul move of roughly 110 road miles, heading southeast within Florida.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 36 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,010 and $3,000, before packing or storage.

On the St. Petersburg side there are 547 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (188 of them authorized for interstate work), and 382 around Fort Myers (119 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 Fort Myers.

St. Petersburg has a population of about 264,033 and Fort Myers about 101,581. St. Petersburg is considerably denser (4,180 people per square mile versus 2,171), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from St. Petersburg to Fort Myers

Full-service estimate for 110 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	$1,250	$1,530	$1,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,010	$2,460	$3,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,430	$5,410	$6,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$2,010–$3,000

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near St. Petersburg (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reliance Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliance Trucking LLC

USDOT: 4171705
MC: 1604690
Based in: Ruskin, FL 33570 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (813) 203-0189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2845444
MC: 717403
Based in: Tampa, FL 33609 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (813) 900-9758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nenic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2011835
MC: 709021
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33764 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (727) 343-2575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nitty Rose Shipping Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860819
MC: 1742220
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (727) 342-3728 Route Verify on FMCSA

Let'S Get Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2270761
MC: 775415
Based in: St Petersburg, FL 33702 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (727) 532-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 547 movers in St. Petersburg

Near Fort Myers (destination)

Husky Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968955
MC: 697140
Based in: Lehigh Acres, FL 33976 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (336) 688-1518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmt Naples LLC

USDOT: 2951563
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33967 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (239) 337-3331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Ft Myers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Naples LLC

USDOT: 3534267
MC: 1177701
Based in: Ft Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

FL Go And FL Go Freight

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gfa Rail Services INC

USDOT: 955503
MC: 812797
Based in: Ft Myers, FL 33916 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (239) 275-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frost Brook Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3196833
MC: 153472
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (239) 245-9426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Et Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1127455
MC: 460699
Based in: North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (305) 395-5048 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Running International Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4387511
MC: 1720771
Based in: Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 389-4283 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chhj FL Fort Myers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4497104
MC: 1778548
Based in: Fort Myers, FL 33901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (727) 486-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 382 movers in Fort Myers

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between St. Petersburg and Fort Myers is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Fort Myers with daylight to spare.
Check Florida intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from St. Petersburg to Fort Myers?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,250 to $1,870 for a one-bedroom, $2,010 to $3,000 for a two-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,800 for a three-bedroom and $4,430 to $6,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Myers from St. Petersburg?

About 110 road miles (93 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 36 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both St. Petersburg and Fort Myers 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 St. Petersburg to Fort Myers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,640. 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. Petersburg–Fort Myers corridor.