Tampa, FL → Longmont, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Tampa to Longmont

About 1,815 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,680–$9,940, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 80 in Longmont.

1,815 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,680–$9,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: Longmont, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,815 miles (1,538 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,059 (368 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Longmont → Tampa

Moving from Tampa to Longmont is a cross-country move of roughly 1,815 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Colorado.

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 $6,680 to $9,940 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 32 hours (4 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 80 around Longmont (21 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 Longmont.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Longmont about 100,109. The two cities have comparable density (3,377 and 3,434 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tampa to Longmont

Full-service estimate for 1,815 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,970
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,010	$4,890	$5,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,680	$8,140	$9,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,690	$13,030	$15,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,690	$17,920	$21,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

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

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

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

Full-service mover

$6,680–$9,940

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 Longmont (destination)

Mgl Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2589879
MC: 908286
Based in: Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (303) 952-1823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842456
MC: 56178
Based in: Lafayette, CO 80026 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (303) 718-6355 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3497243
MC: 1153031
Based in: Longmont, CO 80501 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Enriquez Landscaping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maria Soto

USDOT: 2889297
MC: 970437
Based in: Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 436-1796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shire Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5953507
MC: 57519933
Based in: Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (970) 692-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boss Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1551309
MC: 576204
Based in: Longmont, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (303) 912-8823 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & M Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3423774
MC: 1107464
Based in: Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (720) 442-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&g Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3543592
MC: 1221302
Based in: Firestone, CO 80504 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (720) 335-9523 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Longmont

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,670 to $3,970 for a studio, $4,010 to $5,960 for a one-bedroom, $6,680 to $9,940 for a two-bedroom, $10,690 to $15,900 for a three-bedroom and $14,690 to $21,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Longmont from Tampa?

About 1,815 road miles (1,538 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Colorado 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 Longmont?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. 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–Longmont corridor.