Fishers, IN

Tallahassee, FL → Fishers, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Fishers

About 784 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,010–$5,960, delivery in 2–5 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 345 in Fishers.

  • 784 miroad distance
  • 14 h 13 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,010–$5,9602-bedroom estimate
Photo: Carol M. Highsmith · Public domain

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 784 miles (664 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 13 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
345 (225 interstate)

Reverse: Fishers → Tallahassee

Moving from Tallahassee to Fishers is a long-distance move of roughly 784 road miles, heading north from Florida to Indiana.

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 $4,010 to $5,960 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 14 h 13 min.

On the Tallahassee side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 345 around Fishers (225 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 Fishers.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Fishers about 104,812. Fishers is the denser city (2,780 people per square mile versus 1,944 in Tallahassee), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Indiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Fishers

Full-service estimate for 784 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,600 $1,950 $2,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,400 $2,930 $3,580
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,010 $4,880 $5,960
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,410 $7,820 $9,530
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,810 $10,750 $13,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,110–$1,560

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,530

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

Full-service mover

$4,010–$5,960

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Tallahassee (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273291
MC
778416
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Amwat Moving & Warehousing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1377633
MC
525791
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Csc Delivery LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3705158
Based in
Havana, FL 32333 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Halls Air Freight & Delivery Division Of Economy Moving And

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1404871
MC
707110
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Simmons Amerimove

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1943394
MC
928422
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Go Mini'Smike'S Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
799596
MC
362974
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Motivated Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3456636
MC
1126964
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

One4all Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4091653
MC
1558869
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 121 movers in Tallahassee

Near Fishers (destination)

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
70719
MC
87113
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2352168
MC
805371
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
247771
MC
169755
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3701508
MC
1295347
Based in
Fishers, IN 46038 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516438
MC
873157
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Delta Carrier

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2201595
MC
1117547
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46218 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Planes Moving And Storage Of Indianapolis INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1415648
MC
551348
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

P W D Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2267316
MC
774100
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 345 movers in Fishers

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tallahassee to Fishers?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,600 to $2,380 for a studio, $2,400 to $3,580 for a one-bedroom, $4,010 to $5,960 for a two-bedroom, $6,410 to $9,530 for a three-bedroom and $8,810 to $13,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fishers from Tallahassee?

About 784 road miles (664 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 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 Florida into Indiana 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 Tallahassee to Fishers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,110 to $1,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,530. 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 Tallahassee–Fishers corridor.