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Yonkers, NY → Fort Lauderdale, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Yonkers to Fort Lauderdale

About 1,279 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,950–$8,860, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,152 carriers on the Yonkers side and 1,841 in Fort Lauderdale.

  • 1,279 miroad distance
  • 22 h 45 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,950–$8,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,279 miles (1,084 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 45 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,152 (1,091 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,841 (706 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Lauderdale → Yonkers

Moving from Yonkers to Fort Lauderdale is a long-distance move of roughly 1,279 road miles, heading south from New York 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 $5,950 to $8,860 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 22 h 45 min.

On the Yonkers side there are 2,152 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,091 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.

Yonkers has a population of about 212,603 and Fort Lauderdale about 188,677. Yonkers is considerably denser (11,754 people per square mile versus 5,282), 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 New York, 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 Yonkers to Fort Lauderdale

Full-service estimate for 1,279 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,380 $2,900 $3,540
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,570 $4,360 $5,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,950 $7,260 $8,860
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,520 $11,610 $14,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,100 $15,970 $19,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,760–$2,490

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

Portable container

$2,160–$3,180

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

Full-service mover

$5,950–$8,860

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Yonkers, NY → Fort Lauderdale, FL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Yonkers (origin)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT
1854436
MC
671325
Based in
New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
86580
MC
729893
Based in
Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2882215
MC
967265
Based in
Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT
2369201
MC
871974
Based in
Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
936988
MC
1624316
Based in
Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT
25982
MC
134689
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

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
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 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pg1xotics Auto Galleria

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jds Family Investment Trust LLC

USDOT
4426606
MC
1741162
Based in
Miami, FL 33313 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (833) 621-5534 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (954) 600-4401 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (305) 591-8911 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,841 movers in Fort Lauderdale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yonkers to Fort Lauderdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,380 to $3,540 for a studio, $3,570 to $5,310 for a one-bedroom, $5,950 to $8,860 for a two-bedroom, $9,520 to $14,170 for a three-bedroom and $13,100 to $19,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Yonkers?

About 1,279 road miles (1,084 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 45 min.

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 New York 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 Yonkers to Fort Lauderdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,760 to $2,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,160 to $3,180. 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 Yonkers–Fort Lauderdale corridor.