West Palm Beach, FL → Tallahassee, FL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from West Palm Beach to Tallahassee

About 423 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,170–$4,710, delivery in 1–3 days, 446 carriers on the West Palm Beach side and 121 in Tallahassee.

423 miroad distance
8 hdriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,170–$4,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: West Palm Beach, Florida
To: Tallahassee, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 423 miles (358 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Florida)
Movers at origin: 446 (162 interstate)
Movers at destination: 121 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Tallahassee → West Palm Beach

Tallahassee sits about 423 miles northwest of West Palm Beach, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,170 to $4,710 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h.

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 121 around Tallahassee (55 interstate). For an in-state 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 Tallahassee.

West Palm Beach has a population of about 127,189 and Tallahassee about 204,902. The two cities have comparable density (2,182 and 1,944 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from West Palm Beach to Tallahassee

Full-service estimate for 423 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,540	$1,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,170	$3,860	$4,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,070	$6,180	$7,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,970	$8,500	$10,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$830

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,060

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

Full-service mover

$3,170–$4,710

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 Tallahassee (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Moving LLC

USDOT: 2273291
MC: 778416
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (850) 224-2232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amwat Moving & Warehousing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Residential & Commercial Transport Company LLC

USDOT: 1377633
MC: 525791
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (850) 877-7131 Route Verify on FMCSA

Csc Delivery LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3705158
Based in: Havana, FL 32333 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (850) 716-0799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Halls Air Freight & Delivery Division Of Economy Moving And

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Economy Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 1404871
MC: 707110
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (850) 562-9456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Simmons Amerimove

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Simmons Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1943394
MC: 928422
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (850) 656-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Mini'Smike'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mike'S Moving INC

USDOT: 799596
MC: 362974
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (850) 545-3737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Motivated Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456636
MC: 1126964
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 817-2717 Route Verify on FMCSA

One4all Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091653
MC: 1558869
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (850) 694-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Tallahassee

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the West Palm Beach–Tallahassee corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,900 to $2,830 for a one-bedroom, $3,170 to $4,710 for a two-bedroom, $5,070 to $7,540 for a three-bedroom and $6,970 to $10,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tallahassee from West Palm Beach?

About 423 road miles (358 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both West Palm Beach and Tallahassee are in Florida, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for West Palm Beach to Tallahassee?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,060. 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–Tallahassee corridor.