Tampa, FL → Fort Wayne, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Tampa to Fort Wayne

About 1,085 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,740–$7,050, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 197 in Fort Wayne.

1,085 miroad distance
19 h 24 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,740–$7,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 1,085 miles (919 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 24 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,059 (368 interstate)
Movers at destination: 197 (147 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Wayne → Tampa

The route from Tampa, FL to Fort Wayne, IN covers roughly 1,085 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 $4,740 to $7,050 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 19 h 24 min.

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 197 around Fort Wayne (147 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 Wayne.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Fort Wayne about 275,203. Tampa is considerably denser (3,377 people per square mile versus 2,384), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Indiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tampa to Fort Wayne

Full-service estimate for 1,085 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,890	$2,310	$2,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,840	$3,470	$4,230
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,740	$5,780	$7,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,580	$9,240	$11,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,420	$12,710	$15,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,560–$2,210

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,920

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

Full-service mover

$4,740–$7,050

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

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Near Fort Wayne (destination)

North American Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70851
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,333 trucks, 1,357 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allied Van Lines INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 76235
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,056 trucks, 1,944 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Machine And Cargo Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jibs Express

USDOT: 4572743
MC: 1819133
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88,001 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (260) 267-4993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jat Of Fort Wayne INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261423
MC: 163876
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46825 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (260) 482-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krystal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1998214
MC: 705820
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46815 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 101 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (586) 329-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kaufman Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 354774
MC: 280138
Based in: Grabill, IN 46741 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (260) 750-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balkan Xpedited INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2454881
MC: 847694
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (260) 442-8155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Eagle Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Eagle Towing LLC

USDOT: 1226040
MC: 793371
Based in: Ft Wayne, IN 46803 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (260) 489-3701 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 197 movers in Fort Wayne

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tampa to Fort Wayne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,890 to $2,820 for a studio, $2,840 to $4,230 for a one-bedroom, $4,740 to $7,050 for a two-bedroom, $7,580 to $11,280 for a three-bedroom and $10,420 to $15,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Wayne from Tampa?

About 1,085 road miles (919 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 24 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 Indiana 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 Fort Wayne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,560 to $2,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,920. 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–Fort Wayne corridor.