The Villages, FL → Cleveland, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from The Villages to Cleveland

About 1,026 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,620–$6,870, delivery in 3–7 days, 240 carriers on the The Villages side and 638 in Cleveland.

1,026 miroad distance
18 h 23 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,620–$6,8702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: The Villages, Florida
To: Cleveland, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 1,026 miles (869 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 23 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 240 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 638 (374 interstate)

Reverse: Cleveland → The Villages

Moving from The Villages to Cleveland is a long-distance move of roughly 1,026 road miles, heading north from Florida to Ohio.

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 $4,620 to $6,870 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 18 h 23 min.

On the The Villages side there are 240 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 638 around Cleveland (374 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 Cleveland.

The Villages has a population of about 85,000 and Cleveland about 363,608. Cleveland is the denser city (4,796 people per square mile versus 2,422 in The Villages), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from The Villages to Cleveland

Full-service estimate for 1,026 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,850	$2,250	$2,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,620	$5,630	$6,870
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,390	$9,010	$10,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,160	$12,390	$15,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,500–$2,120

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

Portable container

$1,940–$2,850

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

Full-service mover

$4,620–$6,870

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 The Villages (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4581369
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544769
MC: 9962
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (352) 430-7393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT: 2453857
MC: 877088
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1954847
MC: 694166
Based in: Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (407) 509-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610741
MC: 1444640
Based in: Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (786) 838-7329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3794613
MC: 1363449
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (352) 459-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3270292
MC: 1032289
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (786) 216-8149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2017545
MC: 1452714
Based in: The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 360-4474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 240 movers in The Villages

Near Cleveland (destination)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 237360
MC: 169607
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2317693
MC: 791331
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ta Operating LLC

USDOT: 300813
MC: 353338
Based in: Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (630) 699-3418 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1598342
MC: 591312
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (216) 268-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2318092
MC: 791357
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2318070
MC: 791344
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1495228
MC: 562163
Based in: Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (216) 916-9850 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ohio Transport Corporation

USDOT: 384170
MC: 58561
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (513) 539-0576 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Cleveland if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from The Villages to Cleveland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,750 for a studio, $2,770 to $4,120 for a one-bedroom, $4,620 to $6,870 for a two-bedroom, $7,390 to $10,990 for a three-bedroom and $10,160 to $15,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cleveland from The Villages?

About 1,026 road miles (869 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 23 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 Ohio 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 The Villages to Cleveland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,500 to $2,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,940 to $2,850. 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 The Villages–Cleveland corridor.