Fort Lauderdale, FL

Tulsa, OK → Fort Lauderdale, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Tulsa to Fort Lauderdale

About 1,365 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,360–$7,980, delivery in 3–7 days, 226 carriers on the Tulsa side and 1,841 in Fort Lauderdale.

  • 1,365 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,360–$7,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,365 miles (1,157 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
226 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,841 (706 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Lauderdale → Tulsa

Fort Lauderdale sits about 1,365 miles southeast of Tulsa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to Florida that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,360 to $7,980 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Tulsa side there are 226 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 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.

Tulsa has a population of about 416,209 and Fort Lauderdale about 188,677. Fort Lauderdale is the denser city (5,282 people per square mile versus 2,091 in Tulsa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tulsa to Fort Lauderdale

Full-service estimate for 1,365 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,140 $2,620 $3,190
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,220 $3,920 $4,790
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,360 $6,540 $7,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,580 $10,460 $12,760
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,800 $14,390 $17,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,000–$2,830

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

Portable container

$2,240–$3,290

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

Full-service mover

$5,360–$7,980

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 Tulsa (origin)

Miller Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125792
MC
168121
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
230 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3781181
MC
1353618
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74120 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

United Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2425748
MC
835847
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4547252
MC
1805442
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74112 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3317066
MC
1057101
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74134 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Total Transportation Solutions Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2031902
MC
713606
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527900
MC
1173394
Based in
Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1632967
MC
705022
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74145 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 226 movers in Tulsa

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 Tulsa to Fort Lauderdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,140 to $3,190 for a studio, $3,220 to $4,790 for a one-bedroom, $5,360 to $7,980 for a two-bedroom, $8,580 to $12,760 for a three-bedroom and $11,800 to $17,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Tulsa?

About 1,365 road miles (1,157 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Oklahoma 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 Tulsa to Fort Lauderdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,000 to $2,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,240 to $3,290. 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 Tulsa–Fort Lauderdale corridor.