Tampa, FL → St. Cloud, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Tampa to St. Cloud

About 1,619 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,200–$9,230, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,059 carriers on the Tampa side and 243 in St. Cloud.

1,619 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,200–$9,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tampa, Florida
To: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,619 miles (1,372 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 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: 243 (91 interstate)

Reverse: St. Cloud → Tampa

St. Cloud sits about 1,619 miles northwest of Tampa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Minnesota that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,200 to $9,230 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 28 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 243 around St. Cloud (91 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 St. Cloud.

Tampa has a population of about 413,554 and St. Cloud about 69,000. Tampa is considerably denser (3,377 people per square mile versus 1,713), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tampa to St. Cloud

Full-service estimate for 1,619 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,200	$7,560	$9,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,920	$12,100	$14,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,640	$16,640	$20,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,200

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,200–$9,230

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 St. Cloud (destination)

Spee Dee Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247570
MC: 171133
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 560 trucks, 1,025 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 251-6697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ats INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 606920
MC: 286926
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 318 trucks, 291 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (320) 255-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huls Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2825526
MC: 395713
Based in: St Joseph, MN 56374 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (320) 363-7915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cool Fuel Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arfsten Transfer INC

USDOT: 242597
MC: 173128
Based in: Clearwater, MN 55320 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 558-9307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andy'S Towing LLC

USDOT: 2551684
MC: 889071
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (320) 251-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ad Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3548179
MC: 1187304
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (612) 876-8721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unique Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896983
MC: 1347632
Based in: Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (320) 237-3776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deero LLC Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718717
MC: 1308072
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 985-3489 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in St. Cloud

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tampa to St. Cloud?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,690 for a studio, $3,720 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,200 to $9,230 for a two-bedroom, $9,920 to $14,760 for a three-bedroom and $13,640 to $20,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Cloud from Tampa?

About 1,619 road miles (1,372 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Minnesota 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 St. Cloud?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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–St. Cloud corridor.