Waterbury, CT → Hollywood, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Waterbury to Hollywood

About 1,354 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,890–$8,760, delivery in 3–7 days, 170 carriers on the Waterbury side and 2,315 in Hollywood.

1,354 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,890–$8,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waterbury, Connecticut
To: Hollywood, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,354 miles (1,147 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 170 (99 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,315 (807 interstate)

Reverse: Hollywood → Waterbury

Hollywood sits about 1,354 miles southwest of Waterbury, which makes this an interstate relocation from Connecticut 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 $5,890 to $8,760 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 Waterbury side there are 170 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (99 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,315 around Hollywood (807 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 Hollywood.

Waterbury has a population of about 115,771 and Hollywood about 157,019. Hollywood is the denser city (5,607 people per square mile versus 4,014 in Waterbury), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Florida than in Connecticut, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Waterbury to Hollywood

Full-service estimate for 1,354 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,350	$2,870	$3,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,530	$4,310	$5,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,890	$7,180	$8,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,420	$11,480	$14,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,950	$15,790	$19,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,990–$2,810

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,280

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

Full-service mover

$5,890–$8,760

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 Waterbury (origin)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Flynn'S Motor Express INC

USDOT: 175772
MC: 153461
Based in: Southington, CT 06489 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 628-6373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Industrial Riggers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27842
MC: 140204
Based in: Waterbury, CT 06704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 573-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 170 movers in Waterbury

Near Hollywood (destination)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Dolphin Transport INC

USDOT: 2305744
MC: 787190
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (786) 563-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angels On The Road INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2270429
MC: 775318
Based in: Miramar, FL 33025 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (305) 763-9249 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lightspeed Logistics Miami LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3248003
MC: 1021543
Based in: Miami, FL 33161 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 77 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (954) 647-0910 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,315 movers in Hollywood

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 Hollywood 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 Waterbury to Hollywood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,500 for a studio, $3,530 to $5,250 for a one-bedroom, $5,890 to $8,760 for a two-bedroom, $9,420 to $14,010 for a three-bedroom and $12,950 to $19,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hollywood from Waterbury?

About 1,354 road miles (1,147 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 Connecticut 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 Waterbury to Hollywood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,990 to $2,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,280. 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 Waterbury–Hollywood corridor.