Tallahassee, FL → Grand Island, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Grand Island

About 1,262 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,190–$7,730, delivery in 3–7 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 85 in Grand Island.

1,262 miroad distance
22 h 28 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,190–$7,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tallahassee, Florida
To: Grand Island, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 1,262 miles (1,070 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 28 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 85 (35 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Island → Tallahassee

The route from Tallahassee, FL to Grand Island, NE covers roughly 1,262 miles by road, a northwest-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 $5,190 to $7,730 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 22 h 28 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 85 around Grand Island (35 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 Grand Island.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Grand Island about 53,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,944 and 1,764 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Nebraska does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Grand Island

Full-service estimate for 1,262 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,080	$2,530	$3,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,120	$3,800	$4,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,190	$6,330	$7,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,310	$10,130	$12,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,430	$13,930	$17,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,750–$2,470

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

Portable container

$2,150–$3,160

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

Full-service mover

$5,190–$7,730

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 Grand Island (destination)

Grand Island Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Grand Island Express INC

USDOT: 54988
MC: 135283
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 158 trucks, 164 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (308) 384-8555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tom'S Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1174681
MC: 471083
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (308) 383-1665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yeral R Menendez

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Y And M Trucking LLC

USDOT: 2548189
MC: 887320
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (308) 675-1026 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4227519
MC: 1635024
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (308) 850-6592 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Nebraska Transload Incorporated

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2370201
MC: 813134
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (308) 384-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amp Works LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2540706
MC: 1671268
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (308) 690-6259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mack Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Mack LLC

USDOT: 2781913
MC: 926617
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (308) 380-3026 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nas Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nas Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1370171
MC: 523881
Based in: Grand Island, NE 68803 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (308) 379-0963 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 85 movers in Grand Island

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
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 Grand Island if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Near Grand Island

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tallahassee to Grand Island?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,080 to $3,090 for a studio, $3,120 to $4,640 for a one-bedroom, $5,190 to $7,730 for a two-bedroom, $8,310 to $12,360 for a three-bedroom and $11,430 to $17,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Island from Tallahassee?

About 1,262 road miles (1,070 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 28 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 Nebraska 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 Grand Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,750 to $2,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,150 to $3,160. 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–Grand Island corridor.