Yuma, AZ → Miami Gardens, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Yuma to Miami Gardens

About 2,486 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,570–$11,260, delivery in 7–14 days, 66 carriers on the Yuma side and 1,734 in Miami Gardens.

2,486 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,570–$11,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yuma, Arizona
To: Miami Gardens, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,486 miles (2,106 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,734 (574 interstate)

Reverse: Miami Gardens → Yuma

Moving from Yuma to Miami Gardens is a cross-country move of roughly 2,486 road miles, heading east from Arizona 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 $7,570 to $11,260 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 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Yuma side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,734 around Miami Gardens (574 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 Miami Gardens.

Yuma has a population of about 105,227 and Miami Gardens about 113,579. Miami Gardens is the denser city (6,134 people per square mile versus 792 in Yuma), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Yuma to Miami Gardens

Full-service estimate for 2,486 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,030	$3,690	$4,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,540	$5,540	$6,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,570	$9,230	$11,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,110	$14,770	$18,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,650	$20,300	$24,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,450–$4,880

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

Portable container

$3,240–$4,760

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

Full-service mover

$7,570–$11,260

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 Yuma (origin)

Chilo'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1154460
MC: 464398
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (928) 430-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

1989

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC

USDOT: 463252
MC: 247899
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (928) 627-1855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Brothers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122039
MC: 459887
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (760) 556-5805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank'S Service And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 574368
MC: 280572
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (928) 627-2615 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 603725
MC: 290794
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 304-2466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lugo Loads Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072924
MC: 724364
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (626) 905-1219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Robles Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1076520
MC: 469457
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (661) 978-0753 Route Verify on FMCSA

Optimus Products LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2629740
MC: 915039
Based in: Somerton, AZ 85350 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (653) 119-1534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Yuma

Near Miami Gardens (destination)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT: 263813
MC: 186356
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ryder Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 299073
MC: 191394
Based in: Coral Gables, FL 33134 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,471 trucks, 6,210 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,734 movers in Miami Gardens

Tips for this move

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).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Miami Gardens accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yuma to Miami Gardens?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,030 to $4,500 for a studio, $4,540 to $6,760 for a one-bedroom, $7,570 to $11,260 for a two-bedroom, $12,110 to $18,020 for a three-bedroom and $16,650 to $24,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Miami Gardens from Yuma?

About 2,486 road miles (2,106 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Arizona 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 Yuma to Miami Gardens?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,450 to $4,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,240 to $4,760. 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 Yuma–Miami Gardens corridor.