Fort Lauderdale, FL

Tucson, AZ → Fort Lauderdale, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Tucson to Fort Lauderdale

About 2,234 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,160–$10,660, delivery in 7–14 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 1,841 in Fort Lauderdale.

  • 2,234 miroad distance
  • 39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,160–$10,6602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,234 miles (1,893 straight-line)
Drive time
39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,841 (706 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Lauderdale → Tucson

Fort Lauderdale sits about 2,234 miles east of Tucson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Florida 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 $7,160 to $10,660 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,841 around Fort Lauderdale (706 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 Fort Lauderdale.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Fort Lauderdale about 188,677. Fort Lauderdale is the denser city (5,282 people per square mile versus 2,252 in Tucson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Fort Lauderdale

Full-service estimate for 2,234 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,860 $3,490 $4,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,300 $5,240 $6,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,160 $8,730 $10,660
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,460 $13,970 $17,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,760 $19,220 $23,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,050–$4,300

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

Portable container

$3,010–$4,430

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

Full-service mover

$7,160–$10,660

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4151097
MC
1593569
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901058
MC
975882
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3984724
MC
1493048
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240099
MC
176034
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376259
MC
815702
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1535483
MC
571698
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2471491
MC
852728
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1159610
MC
478351
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Fort Lauderdale (destination)

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270429
MC
775318
Based in
Miramar, FL 33025 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614506
MC
294798
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4426606
MC
1741162
Based in
Miami, FL 33313 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Mainland Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3243966
MC
1019456
Based in
Weston, FL 33331 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1894774
MC
1642654
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2892909
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Dng Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1608195
MC
757414
Based in
Sw Ranches, FL 33330 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1965782
MC
696410
Based in
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 1,841 movers in Fort Lauderdale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Fort Lauderdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,860 to $4,260 for a studio, $4,300 to $6,390 for a one-bedroom, $7,160 to $10,660 for a two-bedroom, $11,460 to $17,050 for a three-bedroom and $15,760 to $23,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Tucson?

About 2,234 road miles (1,893 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Arizona into Florida 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 Tucson to Fort Lauderdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,050 to $4,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,010 to $4,430. 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 Tucson–Fort Lauderdale corridor.