Tallahassee, FL → Fort Worth, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Fort Worth

About 928 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,440–$6,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 2,811 in Fort Worth.

928 miroad distance
16 h 42 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,440–$6,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tallahassee, Florida
To: Fort Worth, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 928 miles (787 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 42 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,811 (1,207 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Worth → Tallahassee

The route from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Worth, TX covers roughly 928 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,440 to $6,610 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 16 h 42 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 2,811 around Fort Worth (1,207 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 Fort Worth.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Fort Worth about 1 million. Fort Worth is the denser city (2,646 people per square mile versus 1,944 in Tallahassee), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Fort Worth

Full-service estimate for 928 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,780	$2,170	$2,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,670	$3,250	$3,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,440	$5,420	$6,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,110	$8,670	$10,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,780	$11,920	$14,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,980

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

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

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

Full-service mover

$4,440–$6,610

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

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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

Legal name: Nbf Moving LLC

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

Call (850) 224-2232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amwat Moving & Warehousing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Residential & Commercial Transport Company LLC

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

Call (850) 877-7131 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (850) 716-0799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Halls Air Freight & Delivery Division Of Economy Moving And

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Economy Moving And Storage LLC

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

Call (850) 562-9456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Simmons Amerimove

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Simmons Moving And Storage INC

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

Call (850) 656-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Mini'Smike'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mike'S Moving INC

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

Call (850) 545-3737 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (813) 817-2717 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (850) 694-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Tallahassee

Near Fort Worth (destination)

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT: 1836511
MC: 665731
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Norco Corporation

USDOT: 985416
MC: 417025
Based in: Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 237 trucks, 223 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (817) 232-4220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1986353
MC: 703067
Based in: North Richland, TX 76182 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1018527
MC: 427093
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76111 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

2131 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3762851
MC: 1340310
Based in: Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (980) 333-5652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3977236
MC: 1488003
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76140 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

K1 Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: K1 Logistics INC

USDOT: 3150859
MC: 104781
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76118 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (945) 400-3772 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,811 movers in Fort Worth

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Fort Worth if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tallahassee to Fort Worth?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,970 for a one-bedroom, $4,440 to $6,610 for a two-bedroom, $7,110 to $10,580 for a three-bedroom and $9,780 to $14,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Worth from Tallahassee?

About 928 road miles (787 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 42 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 Texas 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 Fort Worth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. 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–Fort Worth corridor.