($900+) St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN Movers
Moving from St. Petersburg, FL, to Minneapolis, MN, runs anywhere from $900 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,365 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,608 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,909, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,365 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,392 - $5,143, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $900 - $2,620.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from St. Petersburg, FL, to Minneapolis, MN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,579 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
Fact Checked by:
Compare moving options from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
Moving options from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,579 - $5,920 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 29% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 62% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,608 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,608-mile route from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,909 - $4,513, container $1,392 - $2,590, rental truck $900 - $1,729, freight trailer $1,303 - $2,307.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,579 - $5,920, container $1,833 - $3,843, rental truck $984 - $2,121, freight trailer $1,394 - $3,075.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $4,822 - $8,365, container $2,525 - $5,143, rental truck $1,241 - $2,620, freight trailer $2,059 - $4,075.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,608-mile move from St. Petersburg, Florida, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, with prices running from $1,909 - $8,365. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $314 - $2,092 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between St. Petersburg and Minneapolis are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, St. Petersburg movers tend to run around $318 as a base rate plus $185/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,909 - $4,513
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,579 - $5,920
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,822 - $8,365
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 St. Petersburg to Minneapolis.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Florida to Minnesota. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
Don't see your company listed?
Reach customers actively searching for trusted movers in your area. Tell us about your company and services to get your business listed on moveBuddha.
Specialty moving services from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of St. Petersburg movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Minneapolis, 69% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing75% of local movers | $523 - $5,230 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready57% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Let's Get Moving, Inc. | $209 - $1,255/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $314 - $2,510 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage10% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs52% of local movers | $1,046 - $3,138 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,615 - $10,460 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $783 - $1,488 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items32% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: 3 Guys Moving | $1,046 - $2,615 |
| Piano | Any piano type42% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Let's Get Moving, Inc. | $837 - $3,661 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling9% of local movers | $314 - $1,569 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect10% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $680 - $2,092 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $314 - $15,690+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $314 - $3,661+ |
What are the best full-service movers from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis?
Look for Minnesota Transport Services Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Minnesota beyond this list.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in St. Petersburg, FL. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
Moving containers from St. Petersburg, Florida, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, cost between $1,392 and $5,143. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in St. Petersburg typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,392 - $2,590
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,833 - $3,843
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,525 - $5,143
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $78 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $157 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Minneapolis, MN, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $732 in St. Petersburg, FL. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Minnesota move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,392. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,833 - $3,843.
What are the best moving containers St. Petersburg to Minneapolis?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in St. Petersburg to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in St. Petersburg:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 9 years in business
- Strong College Students Moving (4.7/5), 21 years in business
- Flex Moving & Storage (4.6/5), 3 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
A rental truck for this 1,608-mile move from St. Petersburg, Florida, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, costs between $900 and $2,620. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $535 - $612
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- St. Petersburg daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $900 - $1,729
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $984 - $2,121
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,241 - $2,620
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $900 - $2,620 when pricing out a rental truck from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis. Fuel alone runs $535 - $612, and overnight lodging ($157/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $157 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $68 and $340 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $535 - $612 in fuel for the 1,608-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $732 in St. Petersburg, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN
If you're moving a larger household from St. Petersburg, Florida, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,394 and $3,075.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,303 - $2,307
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,394 - $3,075
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,059 - $4,075
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in St. Petersburg, Florida, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $732.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $78 and $157 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from St. Petersburg to Minneapolis?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Minneapolis quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: St. Petersburg, FL vs Minneapolis, MN
St. Petersburg and Minneapolis land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 103 in St. Petersburg and 107 in Minneapolis, and average rent is $2,075/mo vs. $1,484/mo. With an index gap that small, you likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. For reference, walkability is 43 vs 71 and safety scores are 60.46 vs 43.94.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Minneapolis, MN to St. Petersburg, FL guide.
Why moveBuddha makes finding a mover easier:
In the past 3 months we've processed 10 quotes from Florida to Minnesota, so our pricing data reflects what movers are actually charging right now. Check our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers, the best way to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and bad actors. We track 885 movers in Florida, so you have real options to compare for this 1,608-mile move.
Our take
The 1,608-mile move from St. Petersburg, FL, to Minneapolis, MN, costs between $1,909 and $8,365 with full-service movers, $1,392 - $5,143 with a moving container, and $900 - $2,620 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,579 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aeon and Target.
FAQs: Moving from St. Petersburg, FL, to Minneapolis, MN
What are the best neighborhoods in Minneapolis?
For families, Diamond Lake, Fulton, and Kenny are worth a look in Minneapolis. If you're moving solo or without kids, Linden Hills, Loring Park, and Northeast Minneapolis tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $984 - $2,121. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Minneapolis a safe place to live?
Minneapolis has a safety index of 43.94 out of 100 and a crime index of 56.06, compared to 60.46 and 39.54 in St. Petersburg. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from St. Petersburg, FL to Minneapolis, MN?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What percentage of St. Petersburg movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 42% of movers in St. Petersburg handle piano moves, and 32% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.