Sugar Land, TX → Ocala, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Sugar Land to Ocala

About 958 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,520–$6,720, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,180 carriers on the Sugar Land side and 186 in Ocala.

958 miroad distance
17 h 13 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,520–$6,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sugar Land, Texas
To: Ocala, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 958 miles (812 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 13 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,180 (498 interstate)
Movers at destination: 186 (81 interstate)

Reverse: Ocala → Sugar Land

Moving from Sugar Land to Ocala is a long-distance move of roughly 958 road miles, heading east from Texas to Florida.

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 $4,520 to $6,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 13 min.

On the Sugar Land side there are 1,180 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (498 of them authorized for interstate work), and 186 around Ocala (81 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 Ocala.

Sugar Land has a population of about 107,726 and Ocala about 66,000. Sugar Land is considerably denser (2,741 people per square mile versus 1,346), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Sugar Land to Ocala

Full-service estimate for 958 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,200	$2,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,710	$3,310	$4,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,520	$5,510	$6,720
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,230	$8,820	$10,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,940	$12,120	$14,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,760

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

Full-service mover

$4,520–$6,720

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Sugar Land (origin)

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544062
MC: 10575
Based in: Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (713) 935-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

3 Men Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: 3 Men Movers LTD

USDOT: 1914113
MC: 685878
Based in: Houston, TX 77074 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (713) 333-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadrunner Dedicated Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2443733
MC: 843742
Based in: Houston, TX 77035 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 69 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (832) 613-9202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunshine Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3061153
MC: 55323
Based in: Sugar Land, TX 77478 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (713) 303-0587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jd Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2399905
MC: 822597
Based in: Fresno, TX 77545 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (877) 630-5449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lrb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1736170
MC: 635958
Based in: Houston, TX 77085 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (713) 255-2183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Featherlite Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2820143
MC: 940290
Based in: Richmond, TX 77407 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (214) 687-8317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hepta Run INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1168426
MC: 469196
Based in: Houston, TX 77042 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (713) 780-4006 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,180 movers in Sugar Land

Near Ocala (destination)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4581369
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skills4lifefl LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2412961
MC: 1136097
Based in: Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 219-5286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Littlefield Family Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lml Logistics LLC

USDOT: 18944
MC: 135575
Based in: Ocala, FL 34482 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (352) 237-9799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ellie & Allie Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2317599
MC: 794710
Based in: Ocala, FL 34476 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (347) 392-9438 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT: 2453857
MC: 877088
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marion Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1522544
MC: 568721
Based in: Ocala, FL 34475 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (352) 629-8889 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4057973
MC: 1539177
Based in: Ocala, FL 34471 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (813) 417-0860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villager Mover Corporation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4348858
MC: 1700955
Based in: Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (352) 812-6981 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 186 movers in Ocala

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sugar Land to Ocala?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,690 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,030 for a one-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,720 for a two-bedroom, $7,230 to $10,760 for a three-bedroom and $9,940 to $14,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ocala from Sugar Land?

About 958 road miles (812 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 13 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Texas 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Sugar Land to Ocala?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,760. 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 Sugar Land–Ocala corridor.