Savannah, GA

Tallahassee, FL → Savannah, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Savannah

About 248 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,470–$3,680, delivery in 1–2 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 285 in Savannah.

  • 248 miroad distance
  • 4 h 59 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,470–$3,6802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 248 miles (210 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 59 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
285 (170 interstate)

Reverse: Savannah → Tallahassee

The route from Tallahassee, FL to Savannah, GA covers roughly 248 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,470 to $3,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 59 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 285 around Savannah (170 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 Savannah.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Savannah about 149,440. Tallahassee is considerably denser (1,944 people per square mile versus 1,384), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Savannah

Full-service estimate for 248 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,230 $1,500 $1,830
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,480 $1,810 $2,210
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,470 $3,020 $3,680
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,960 $4,830 $5,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,440 $6,640 $8,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$400–$570

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,470–$3,680

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Tallahassee, FL → Savannah, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Savannah (destination)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4329850
MC
1690402
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1716174
MC
629425
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2422038
MC
82976
Based in
Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
949323
MC
519914
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2023162
MC
711530
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
814696
MC
222137
Based in
Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3176566
MC
122866
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
261996
MC
178110
Based in
Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

All 285 movers in Savannah

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,830 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,210 for a one-bedroom, $2,470 to $3,680 for a two-bedroom, $3,960 to $5,890 for a three-bedroom and $5,440 to $8,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Savannah from Tallahassee?

About 248 road miles (210 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 59 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Florida into Georgia 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 Savannah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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–Savannah corridor.