($575+) Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 846-mile move from Tampa, Florida, to Memphis, Tennessee, with costs ranging from $1,585 - $6,776. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $290 - $1,936. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tampa and Memphis. Local movers in Tampa typically start around $266 as a base rate plus $84/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Tampa to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,585 - $3,914
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,017 - $5,054
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,345 - $6,776

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Tampa to Memphis.

Specialty moving services from Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Tampa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Memphis, 41% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tampa to Memphis?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN

Moving containers from Tampa, Florida, to Memphis, Tennessee, cost between $1,121 and $3,425. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Tampa typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tampa to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,121 - $2,088
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,427 - $2,649
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,973 - $3,425

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tampa, FL and Memphis, TN. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $678 in Tampa, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $145 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Tampa to Memphis?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN

Plan on $575 - $1,643 for a rental moving truck on the 846-mile route from Tampa, Florida, to Memphis, Tennessee. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $261 - $298
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Tampa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.60 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tampa to Memphis based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $575 - $1,107
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $609 - $1,328
• 4+ bedrooms: $739 - $1,643

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Tampa, Florida, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $678.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $261 - $298 for the 846-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $58 and $315, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $145 per night for hotel stops on the 846-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $290 - $436.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tampa to Memphis?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Tampa, FL to Memphis, TN

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tampa, Florida, to Memphis, Tennessee, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,119 and $2,141.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Tampa to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $989 - $1,718
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,119 - $2,141
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,504 - $2,970

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $73 - $145 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Tampa, Florida, for about five hours typically runs $678.

What are the best freight companies from Tampa to Memphis?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Tampa, FL vs Memphis, TN

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Memphis, side by side with Tampa on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

A move from Tampa, FL, to Memphis, TN, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,585 - $6,776 on the 846-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,121 - $3,425, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $575 - $1,643. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,017 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include FedEx and AutoZone.