Tucson, AZ → Lakeland, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Tucson to Lakeland

About 2,060 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,880–$10,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 509 in Lakeland.

2,060 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,880–$10,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tucson, Arizona
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,060 miles (1,746 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Tucson

Moving from Tucson to Lakeland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,060 road miles, heading east from Arizona to Florida.

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 $6,880 to $10,240 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 36 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 509 around Lakeland (177 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 Lakeland.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Lakeland about 125,520. Tucson is considerably denser (2,252 people per square mile versus 1,702), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 2,060 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,750	$3,360	$4,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,130	$5,040	$6,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,880	$8,390	$10,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,010	$13,430	$16,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,140	$18,460	$22,530

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,870–$4,050

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

Portable container

$2,860–$4,200

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

Full-service mover

$6,880–$10,240

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 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

Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Lakeland (destination)

Publix

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Publix Super Markets INC

USDOT: 439262
MC: 1576808
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33815 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 945 trucks, 1,720 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (863) 688-1188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saddle Creek Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1196553
MC: 470192
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 409 trucks, 535 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (863) 241-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Independent Delivery Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Se Independent Delivery Services INC

USDOT: 842212
MC: 370980
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33811 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 748 trucks, 950 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (863) 616-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2582238
MC: 904298
Based in: Auburndale, FL 33823 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 550 trucks, 275 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (786) 345-7841 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & S Wholesale Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1338655
MC: 525824
Based in: Plant City, FL 33566 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 388 trucks, 401 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (904) 545-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phoenix Logistics & Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3348075
MC: 1069873
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 257 trucks, 243 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (305) 691-3535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exxact Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Exxact Transport INC

USDOT: 612401
MC: 277158
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (863) 682-4101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Star Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 549928
MC: 153627
Based in: Plant City, FL 33563 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (813) 659-1002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 509 movers in Lakeland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Lakeland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,750 to $4,100 for a studio, $4,130 to $6,140 for a one-bedroom, $6,880 to $10,240 for a two-bedroom, $11,010 to $16,380 for a three-bedroom and $15,140 to $22,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Tucson?

About 2,060 road miles (1,746 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 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 Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,870 to $4,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,860 to $4,200. 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–Lakeland corridor.