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Moving from Cleveland, OH, to Hialeah, FL, runs anywhere from $850 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,495 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,248 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 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 $2,234, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,495 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,295 - $4,715, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $850 - $2,197.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Cleveland, OH, to Hialeah, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,051 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

There are 3 main ways to move from Cleveland to Hialeah: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $3,051 - $6,788. Containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 60% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 1,248 miles, expect 2 to 8 days in transit no matter which service you choose.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,248-mile route from Cleveland to Hialeah, broken down by home size:

Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,234 - $5,125 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,295 - $2,577), rental truck ($850 - $1,500), or freight trailer ($1,201 - $2,275). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $3,051 - $6,788 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $9,495.

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

Full-service movers for the 1,248-mile relocation from Cleveland, Ohio, to Hialeah, Florida, cost between $2,234 and $9,495. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $292 - $1,948, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Cleveland typically charge a base rate around $185 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,234 - $5,125
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,051 - $6,788
  • 4+ bedrooms: $4,802 - $9,495

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 Cleveland to Hialeah.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Ohio to Florida. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.

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Specialty moving services from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Cleveland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Hialeah, 96% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$487 - $4,870
Storage in transitNew place not ready100% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Leaders Moving & Storage Co.$195 - $1,169/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$292 - $2,338
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage29% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs36% of local movers$974 - $2,922
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,435 - $9,740
Car shippingSecond vehicle$730 - $1,386
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items39% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Move For Less, LLC$974 - $2,435
PianoAny piano type61% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Bright Eyed Moving$779 - $3,409
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling21% of local movers$292 - $1,461
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect7% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Berger Allied Moving & Storage$633 - $1,948
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$292 - $14,610+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$292 - $3,409+

What are the best full-service movers from Cleveland to Hialeah?

Look for Professional Movers Association of Florida membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Florida beyond this list.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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 movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Cleveland, OH. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.

Moving container costs from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

Moving containers from Cleveland, Ohio, to Hialeah, Florida, cost between $1,295 and $4,715. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Cleveland runs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Cleveland to Hialeah:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,295 - $2,577
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,668 - $3,284
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,260 - $4,715

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $682 in Cleveland, OH. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
  • Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $73 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $146 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
  • Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Hialeah, FL, destination before booking.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Ohio to Florida 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 $1,295. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,668 - $3,284, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Cleveland to Hialeah?

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

  • Move For Less, LLC (4.4/5), 16 years in business
  • College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 9 years in business
  • A to Z Moving and Driving, LLC (4.7/5), 14 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

Renting a moving truck for the 1,248-mile move from Cleveland, Ohio, to Hialeah, Florida, costs between $850 and $2,197, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $387 - $442
  • Daily insurance: $29/day
  • Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
  • Cleveland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Cleveland to Hialeah based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $850 - $1,500
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $902 - $1,765
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,113 - $2,197

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $850 - $2,197 does not include fuel ($387 - $442) , lodging ($146/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Cleveland to Hialeah typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Cleveland, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $682.
  • Gas: Fuel costs total $387 - $442 for the 1,248-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 $317, depending on what you need.
  • Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
  • Lodging: Budget around $146 per night for hotel stops on the 1,248-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $292 - $438.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Cleveland to Hialeah?

  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 Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL

If you're moving a larger household from Cleveland, Ohio, 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 Hialeah, Florida.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,293 and $2,873.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,201 - $2,275
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,293 - $2,873
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,845 - $3,626

Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.

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 - $146 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Cleveland, Ohio, for about five hours typically runs $682.

What are the best freight companies from Cleveland to Hialeah?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
  3. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.

Cost of living: Cleveland, OH vs Hialeah, FL

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

Measure Cleveland, OH Hialeah, FL
Cost of living index83119
Average rent$1,295/mo$2,749/mo
Median home value$96,509$359,283
Average income$39,187/yr$53,079/yr
Unemployment rate6.8%8.9%
State income taxUp to 3.5%None
Walkability score57/10068/100
Safety index36.59/10054.23/100
Air qualityModerateGood

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

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,248-mile route from Cleveland, OH, to Hialeah, FL, run $2,234 - $9,495 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,295 - $4,715, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $850 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,051, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Sedano's Supermarkets and Cordis International.

FAQs: Moving from Cleveland, OH, to Hialeah, FL

What are the best neighborhoods in Hialeah?

For families, Palm Springs North, Miami Lakes, and Hialeah Gardens are worth a look in Hialeah. If you're moving solo or without kids, West Hialeah, East Hialeah, and Hialeah Acres tend to be popular picks instead.

How do I know a mover is licensed in Florida?

Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services.

What do local movers charge in Cleveland?

Local movers based in Cleveland typically start around $185 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Hialeah run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

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 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland, OH to Hialeah, FL?

Costs on this route range from around $2,234 to $9,495, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,234 and $9,495, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.

What percentage of Cleveland movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 61% of movers in Cleveland handle piano moves, and 39% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.