Tampa, FL → Killeen, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Tampa to Killeen

About 1,111 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,900–$7,290, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 147 in Killeen.

1,111 miroad distance
19 h 51 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,900–$7,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Killeen, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,111 miles (941 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 51 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,059 (368 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Killeen → Tampa

Moving from Tampa to Killeen is a long-distance move of roughly 1,111 road miles, heading west from Florida to Texas.

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 $4,900 to $7,290 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 51 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 147 around Killeen (55 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 Killeen.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Killeen about 161,883. The two cities have comparable density (3,377 and 2,794 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Tampa to Killeen

Full-service estimate for 1,111 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,960	$2,390	$2,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,900	$5,970	$7,290
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,840	$9,560	$11,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,780	$13,140	$16,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,590–$2,250

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

Portable container

$2,010–$2,960

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

Full-service mover

$4,900–$7,290

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

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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 Killeen (destination)

Twc Standards Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3463373
MC: 1131239
Based in: Killeen, TX 76549 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (254) 383-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Travis Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1943393
MC: 1137178
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

H Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1949168
MC: 190078
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (254) 699-4116 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgeline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3245378
MC: 939007
Based in: Salado, TX 76571 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (512) 289-4192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad Monkey Mechanics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mad Monkey Industries LLC

USDOT: 4445554
MC: 1751102
Based in: Killeen, TX 76541 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (254) 768-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norman Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Associated Movers INC

USDOT: 3019601
MC: 94721
Based in: Killeen, TX 76543 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (512) 452-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Freight Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534253
MC: 1798380
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (254) 345-1008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nice Touch LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 7727984
Based in: Harker Heights, TX 76548 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (310) 307-1760 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Killeen

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,960 to $2,910 for a studio, $2,940 to $4,370 for a one-bedroom, $4,900 to $7,290 for a two-bedroom, $7,840 to $11,660 for a three-bedroom and $10,780 to $16,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Killeen from Tampa?

About 1,111 road miles (941 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 51 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 Texas 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 Killeen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,590 to $2,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,010 to $2,960. 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–Killeen corridor.