Tampa, FL → Fresno, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tampa to Fresno

About 2,650 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,710–$12,970, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 439 in Fresno.

2,650 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,710–$12,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Fresno, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,650 miles (2,246 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 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: 439 (246 interstate)

Reverse: Fresno → Tampa

Moving from Tampa to Fresno is a cross-country move of roughly 2,650 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 $8,710 to $12,970 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 46 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 439 around Fresno (246 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 Fresno.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Fresno about 555,549. Fresno is the denser city (4,706 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 Fresno

Full-service estimate for 2,650 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,490	$4,250	$5,190
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,230	$6,380	$7,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,710	$10,630	$12,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,940	$17,000	$20,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,170	$23,380	$28,530

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,620–$5,120

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

Portable container

$3,390–$4,980

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

Full-service mover

$8,710–$12,970

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

All 1,059 movers in Tampa

Near Fresno (destination)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1506989
MC: 565290
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (559) 264-2036 Route Verify on FMCSA

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1292301
MC: 498282
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (559) 268-1231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT: 421535
MC: 278865
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1161090
MC: 467257
Based in: Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (559) 834-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT: 2394750
MC: 823302
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428600
MC: 836998
Based in: Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT: 2800745
MC: 1758995
Based in: Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170808
MC: 118217
Based in: Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 439 movers in Fresno

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,490 to $5,190 for a studio, $5,230 to $7,780 for a one-bedroom, $8,710 to $12,970 for a two-bedroom, $13,940 to $20,750 for a three-bedroom and $19,170 to $28,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fresno from Tampa?

About 2,650 road miles (2,246 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Fresno?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,620 to $5,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,390 to $4,980. 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–Fresno corridor.