West Palm Beach, FL → Augusta, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from West Palm Beach to Augusta

About 1,588 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,120–$9,110, delivery in 5–10 days, 446 carriers on the West Palm Beach side and 129 in Augusta.

1,588 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,120–$9,1102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: West Palm Beach, Florida
To: Augusta, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 1,588 miles (1,346 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 446 (162 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → West Palm Beach

Moving from West Palm Beach to Augusta is a cross-country move of roughly 1,588 road miles, heading northeast from Florida to Maine.

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 $6,120 to $9,110 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the West Palm Beach side there are 446 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (162 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.

West Palm Beach has a population of about 127,189 and Augusta about 19,000. West Palm Beach is considerably denser (2,182 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Maine does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from West Palm Beach to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 1,588 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,450	$2,990	$3,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,670	$4,480	$5,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,120	$7,470	$9,110
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,800	$11,950	$14,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,470	$16,420	$20,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,230–$3,150

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,580

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

Full-service mover

$6,120–$9,110

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

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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 West Palm Beach (origin)

Cheney Brothers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 41648
MC: 895890
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 753 trucks, 975 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (561) 845-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circuit

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Circuit Transit INC

USDOT: 3562459
MC: 1485340
Based in: West Palm Bch, FL 33401 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 192 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (646) 504-3733 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Greek Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sfakia LLC

USDOT: 2562486
MC: 894264
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (561) 683-1313 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safebound Moving Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Safebound Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2900155
MC: 975408
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (561) 510-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excelsior Wpb LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3313823
MC: 1054919
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (561) 512-6018 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jcal Holdings LLC

USDOT: 2071964
MC: 14116
Based in: Lake Worth, FL 33461 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (561) 687-5005 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of The Palm Beaches LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2785473
MC: 928227
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zip Transport & Services INC

USDOT: 709590
MC: 327506
Based in: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33409 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (954) 678-4747 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 446 movers in West Palm Beach

Near Augusta (destination)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from West Palm Beach to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,450 to $3,640 for a studio, $3,670 to $5,460 for a one-bedroom, $6,120 to $9,110 for a two-bedroom, $9,800 to $14,570 for a three-bedroom and $13,470 to $20,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from West Palm Beach?

About 1,588 road miles (1,346 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 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 Florida into Maine 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 West Palm Beach to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,230 to $3,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,580. 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 West Palm Beach–Augusta corridor.