Tampa, FL → Burlington, VT · Long-distance move

Movers from Tampa to Burlington

About 1,476 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,010–$8,940, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 73 in Burlington.

1,476 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,010–$8,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Burlington, Vermont
Road distance: ≈ 1,476 miles (1,251 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,059 (368 interstate)
Movers at destination: 73 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Burlington → Tampa

The route from Tampa, FL to Burlington, VT covers roughly 1,476 miles by road, a north-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 $6,010 to $8,940 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Tampa side there are 1,059 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (368 of them authorized for interstate work), and 73 around Burlington (39 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 Burlington.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Burlington about 45,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,377 and 4,343 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Vermont does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tampa to Burlington

Full-service estimate for 1,476 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,400	$2,930	$3,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,600	$4,400	$5,360
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,010	$7,330	$8,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,610	$11,720	$14,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,210	$16,120	$19,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,120–$2,990

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

Portable container

$2,340–$3,440

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

Full-service mover

$6,010–$8,940

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 Tampa (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Countrywide Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Countrywide Trucking Corp

USDOT: 1073995
MC: 447175
Based in: Tampa, FL 33610 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 154 trucks, 300 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (813) 944-7775 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ltl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lightning Transport And Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2519126
MC: 885234
Based in: Tampa, FL 33602 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 212 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (813) 444-5144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith-Cargo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 929285
MC: 400706
Based in: Riverview, FL 33578 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (954) 718-5766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

First Class Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 944759
MC: 405647
Based in: Tampa, FL 33619 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (813) 889-0308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2845444
MC: 717403
Based in: Tampa, FL 33609 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (813) 900-9758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xpoint Transportation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4336828
MC: 1693955
Based in: Tampa, FL 33612 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (813) 291-8758 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Burlington (destination)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2529848
MC: 879056
Based in: Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 434207
MC: 190629
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2939394
MC: 997036
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86326
MC: 105506
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 344283
MC: 537847
Based in: Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586862
MC: 907740
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1665580
MC: 670173
Based in: Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT: 786533
MC: 437707
Based in: South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

Tips for this move

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 Burlington if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tampa to Burlington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,570 for a studio, $3,600 to $5,360 for a one-bedroom, $6,010 to $8,940 for a two-bedroom, $9,610 to $14,300 for a three-bedroom and $13,210 to $19,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Burlington from Tampa?

About 1,476 road miles (1,251 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 Vermont 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 Tampa to Burlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,120 to $2,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,340 to $3,440. 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 Tampa–Burlington corridor.