Tampa, FL → Daly City, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tampa to Daly City

About 2,829 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,040–$13,440, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 273 in Daly City.

2,829 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,040–$13,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Daly City, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,829 miles (2,397 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,059 (368 interstate)
Movers at destination: 273 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Daly City → Tampa

Moving from Tampa to Daly City is a cross-country move of roughly 2,829 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to California.

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 $9,040 to $13,440 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 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 273 around Daly City (77 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 Daly City.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Daly City about 101,261. Daly City is the denser city (13,803 people per square mile versus 3,377 in Tampa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tampa to Daly City

Full-service estimate for 2,829 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,610	$4,410	$5,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,420	$6,610	$8,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,040	$11,020	$13,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,460	$17,630	$21,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,880	$24,240	$29,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,960–$5,590

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,210

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

Full-service mover

$9,040–$13,440

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

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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

All 1,059 movers in Tampa

Near Daly City (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1279465
MC: 559129
Based in: Burlingame, CA 94010 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Umbrella Global INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3126263
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (415) 203-0835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Fast Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4413393
MC: 1734057
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (626) 230-8969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delancey Street Moving & Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delancey Street Foundation

USDOT: 289919
MC: 198922
Based in: San Francisco, CA 94124 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (415) 957-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 273 movers in Daly City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tampa to Daly City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,610 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,420 to $8,070 for a one-bedroom, $9,040 to $13,440 for a two-bedroom, $14,460 to $21,510 for a three-bedroom and $19,880 to $29,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daly City from Tampa?

About 2,829 road miles (2,397 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Daly City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,960 to $5,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,210. 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–Daly City corridor.