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Paso Robles, CA

Tampa, FL → Paso Robles, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tampa to Paso Robles

About 2,700 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,800–$13,100, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 17 in Paso Robles.

  • 2,700 miroad distance
  • 47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,800–$13,1002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,700 miles (2,288 straight-line)
Drive time
47 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
17 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Paso Robles → Tampa

The route from Tampa, FL to Paso Robles, CA covers roughly 2,700 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $8,800 to $13,100 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 47 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 17 around Paso Robles (9 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 Paso Robles.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and Paso Robles about 32,000. Tampa is considerably denser (3,377 people per square mile versus 1,582), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Paso Robles

Full-service estimate for 2,700 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,520 $4,290 $5,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,280 $6,440 $7,860
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,800 $10,740 $13,100
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,090 $17,180 $20,960
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,370 $23,620 $28,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,670–$5,190

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

Portable container

$3,430–$5,040

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

Full-service mover

$8,800–$13,100

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 Paso Robles (destination)

Central Coast Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Coast Moving Company

USDOT
3217239
MC
1458812
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 441-4429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morro Bay Cabinets INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
986450
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (805) 230-7224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gr Barr INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2039426
MC
731002
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (805) 931-6105 Route Verify on FMCSA

805 Central Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4413754
MC
1734268
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 712-1879 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricks Towing Services INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4283282
Based in
Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (805) 458-1860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paso Robles Furniture

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Peter Carbajal

USDOT
2678641
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (805) 286-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leyva Welding & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Leyva Welding INC

USDOT
3161264
MC
111366
Based in
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (805) 610-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

San Luis Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alexander Cronin

USDOT
2678056
Based in
Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (805) 440-0530 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Paso Robles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tampa to Paso Robles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,520 to $5,240 for a studio, $5,280 to $7,860 for a one-bedroom, $8,800 to $13,100 for a two-bedroom, $14,090 to $20,960 for a three-bedroom and $19,370 to $28,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paso Robles from Tampa?

About 2,700 road miles (2,288 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Paso Robles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,670 to $5,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,430 to $5,040. 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–Paso Robles corridor.