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Moving from Boston, MA, to Orlando, FL, runs anywhere from $812 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,754 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,290 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 3 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 $2,206, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,754 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,330 - $4,675, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $812 - $2,340.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Boston, MA, to Orlando, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,754 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

There are 3 main ways to move from Boston to Orlando: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,754 - $6,730. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 3 to 8 days for this 1,290-mile route, depending on which option you go with.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,290-mile route from Boston to Orlando, broken down by home size:

  • Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $2,206 - $5,363, container $1,330 - $2,600, rental truck $812 - $1,612, freight trailer $1,209 - $2,205.
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,754 - $6,730, container $1,750 - $3,521, rental truck $868 - $1,824, freight trailer $1,331 - $2,873.
  • 4+ bedrooms: full-service $4,781 - $8,754, container $2,325 - $4,675, rental truck $1,114 - $2,340, freight trailer $1,879 - $3,814.

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 Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,290-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Orlando, Florida, with prices running from $2,206 - $8,754. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $399 - $2,660 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Boston and Orlando are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Boston movers tend to run around $340 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,206 - $5,363
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,754 - $6,730
  • 4+ bedrooms: $4,781 - $8,754

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 Boston to Orlando.

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

Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.

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Specialty moving services from Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 96% of Boston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Orlando, 93% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing99% of local movers$665 - $6,650
Storage in transitNew place not ready96% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers$266 - $1,596/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$399 - $3,192
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage48% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs57% of local movers$1,330 - $3,990
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$3,325 - $13,300
Car shippingSecond vehicle$996 - $1,893
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items58% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers$1,330 - $3,325
PianoAny piano type88% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers$1,064 - $4,655
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling21% of local movers$399 - $1,995
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect21% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers$865 - $2,660
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$399 - $19,950+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$399 - $4,655+

What are the best full-service movers from Boston to Orlando?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Professional Movers Association of Florida is a good first thing to confirm.

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Boston, MA. 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 Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

Moving containers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Orlando, Florida, cost between $1,330 and $4,675. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Boston costs roughly $145/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Boston to Orlando:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,330 - $2,600
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,750 - $3,521
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,325 - $4,675

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $100 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $200 per month.
  • Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Orlando, FL, 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 $931 in Boston, MA. 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 Massachusetts 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 $1,330. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,750 - $3,521, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Boston to Orlando?

  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 Boston 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 Boston:

  • Boston Best Rate Movers (4.7/5), 21 years in business
  • StairHopper Movers (5.0/5), 23 years in business
  • Exela Movers (4.9/5), 11 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

Plan on $812 - $2,340 for a rental moving truck on the 1,290-mile route from Boston, Massachusetts, to Orlando, Florida. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

  • Fuel for the drive: $546 - $624
  • Daily insurance: $40/day
  • Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
  • Boston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.09
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 Boston to Orlando based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $812 - $1,612
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $868 - $1,824
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,114 - $2,340

Pro tip: The base rate of $812 - $2,340 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Boston to Orlando. Fuel ($546 - $624) , lodging at around $200/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in an extra $600 - $1,200 to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Gas: Fuel adds $546 - $624 for the 1,290-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for about 5 hours typically costs around $931.
  • Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
  • Lodging: The 1,290-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $200 per night, adding $399 - $599 in hotel costs total.
  • Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $67 and $399.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Boston to Orlando?

  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 Boston, MA to Orlando, FL

For larger DIY moves from Boston, Massachusetts, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Orlando, Florida.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,331 and $2,873.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,209 - $2,205
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,331 - $2,873
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,879 - $3,814

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?

  • 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 $100 - $200 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for about five hours typically runs $931.

What are the best freight companies from Boston to Orlando?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
  3. Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Boston to Orlando. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.

Cost of living: Boston, MA vs Orlando, FL

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

Measure Boston, MA Orlando, FL
Cost of living index151106
Average rent$3,400/mo$1,943/mo
Median home value$710,400$354,444
Average income$94,755/yr$69,268/yr
Unemployment rate6.2%5.8%
State income taxUp to 9.0%None
Walkability score98/10041/100
Safety index60.12/10050.43/100
Air qualityGoodGood

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

For a move from Boston, MA, to Orlando, FL, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,206 for a studio to $8,754 for a 4 - 5 bedroom home on the 1,290-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,330 - $4,675. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $812 - $2,340, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,754 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Darden Restaurants and Red Lobster.

FAQs: Moving from Boston, MA, to Orlando, FL

What are some tips for saving money on a move from Boston, MA to Orlando, FL?

Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.

Is Orlando a safe place to live?

Orlando has a safety index of 50.43 out of 100 and a crime index of 49.57, compared to 60.12 and 39.88 in Boston. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

How walkable is Orlando?

Orlando has a walkability score of 41 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 57, compared to 98 and 86 in Boston. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

What are the best neighborhoods in Orlando?

For families, Baldwin Park, Celebration, and College Park are worth a look in Orlando. If you're moving solo or without kids, Baldwin Park, Central Business District, and College Park 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 percentage of Boston movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 88% of movers in Boston handle piano moves, and 58% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.