Yakima, WA → Ocala, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Yakima to Ocala

About 2,811 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,610–$12,810, delivery in 7–14 days, 60 carriers on the Yakima side and 186 in Ocala.

2,811 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,610–$12,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yakima, Washington
To: Ocala, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,811 miles (2,382 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 60 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 186 (81 interstate)

Reverse: Ocala → Yakima

Moving from Yakima to Ocala is a cross-country move of roughly 2,811 road miles, heading east from Washington 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 $8,610 to $12,810 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Yakima side there are 60 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 186 around Ocala (81 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 Ocala.

Yakima has a population of about 98,000 and Ocala about 66,000. Yakima is considerably denser (3,481 people per square mile versus 1,346), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Florida than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Yakima to Ocala

Full-service estimate for 2,811 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,440	$4,200	$5,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,160	$6,300	$7,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,610	$10,500	$12,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,770	$16,790	$20,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,930	$23,090	$28,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,560

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,190

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

Full-service mover

$8,610–$12,810

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 Yakima (origin)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328687
MC: 214356
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 457-3484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers Central LLC

USDOT: 2447936
MC: 135847
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 453-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua David Noel

USDOT: 2433537
MC: 925760
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 314-8081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170358
MC: 1262505
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (509) 307-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901207
MC: 975959
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (509) 899-9328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539745
MC: 1801352
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 654-4832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 573046
MC: 278738
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (509) 961-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1543366
MC: 574001
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 938-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 60 movers in Yakima

Near Ocala (destination)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4581369
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skills4lifefl LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2412961
MC: 1136097
Based in: Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 219-5286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Littlefield Family Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lml Logistics LLC

USDOT: 18944
MC: 135575
Based in: Ocala, FL 34482 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (352) 237-9799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ellie & Allie Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2317599
MC: 794710
Based in: Ocala, FL 34476 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (347) 392-9438 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT: 2453857
MC: 877088
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marion Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1522544
MC: 568721
Based in: Ocala, FL 34475 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (352) 629-8889 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4057973
MC: 1539177
Based in: Ocala, FL 34471 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (813) 417-0860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villager Mover Corporation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4348858
MC: 1700955
Based in: Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (352) 812-6981 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 186 movers in Ocala

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yakima to Ocala?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,440 to $5,120 for a studio, $5,160 to $7,680 for a one-bedroom, $8,610 to $12,810 for a two-bedroom, $13,770 to $20,490 for a three-bedroom and $18,930 to $28,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ocala from Yakima?

About 2,811 road miles (2,382 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Washington 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 Yakima to Ocala?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,190. 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 Yakima–Ocala corridor.