Yonkers, NY → Lakeland, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Yonkers to Lakeland

About 1,182 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,680–$8,460, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,152 carriers on the Yonkers side and 509 in Lakeland.

1,182 miroad distance
21 h 5 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,680–$8,4602-bedroom estimate

Photo: Connor J. Williams · CC BY 3.0

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Yonkers, New York
To: Lakeland, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,182 miles (1,002 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 5 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,152 (1,091 interstate)
Movers at destination: 509 (177 interstate)

Reverse: Lakeland → Yonkers

Lakeland sits about 1,182 miles southwest of Yonkers, which makes this an interstate relocation from New York 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 $5,680 to $8,460 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 21 h 5 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 509 around Lakeland (177 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 Lakeland.

Yonkers has a population of about 212,603 and Lakeland about 125,520. Yonkers is considerably denser (11,754 people per square mile versus 1,702), 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 Lakeland

Full-service estimate for 1,182 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,680	$6,930	$8,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,090	$11,090	$13,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,500	$15,250	$18,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,350

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,050

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

Full-service mover

$5,680–$8,460

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

Moving cost calculator

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

—to—

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 Lakeland (destination)

Publix

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Publix Super Markets INC

USDOT: 439262
MC: 1576808
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33815 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 945 trucks, 1,720 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (863) 688-1188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saddle Creek Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1196553
MC: 470192
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 409 trucks, 535 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (863) 241-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Independent Delivery Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Se Independent Delivery Services INC

USDOT: 842212
MC: 370980
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33811 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 748 trucks, 950 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (863) 616-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2582238
MC: 904298
Based in: Auburndale, FL 33823 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 550 trucks, 275 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (786) 345-7841 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & S Wholesale Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1338655
MC: 525824
Based in: Plant City, FL 33566 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 388 trucks, 401 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (904) 545-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phoenix Logistics & Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3348075
MC: 1069873
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 257 trucks, 243 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (305) 691-3535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exxact Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Exxact Transport INC

USDOT: 612401
MC: 277158
Based in: Lakeland, FL 33801 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (863) 682-4101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Star Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 549928
MC: 153627
Based in: Plant City, FL 33563 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (813) 659-1002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 509 movers in Lakeland

Related routes

Other destinations from Yonkers

Other origins to Lakeland

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yonkers to Lakeland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,270 to $3,380 for a studio, $3,410 to $5,070 for a one-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,460 for a two-bedroom, $9,090 to $13,530 for a three-bedroom and $12,500 to $18,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakeland from Yonkers?

About 1,182 road miles (1,002 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 5 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 Lakeland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,050. 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–Lakeland corridor.