The Best Long-Distance Movers in Orlando, FL
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The best long-distance mover in Orlando is College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.62/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Florida, per moveBuddha's analysis of 229 Florida movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Orlando?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Orlando residents moving out of Florida are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Orlando for in-state moves?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.62/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Orlando-based mover for long-distance moves within Florida, followed by Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) and 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. (4.56/5). Of the 41 intrastate-capable movers serving Orlando, 41 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Orlando are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Orlando but stay within Florida:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- Best USA Movers Orlando: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Big Man Movers Corp.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Suddath Van Lines, Inc.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 77% positive reviews across roughly 402 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The young men conducting our move were great. They were on time, courteous, efficient and professional. Thanks Connor B, Nabil and Jameson, great job!"
"We had an excellent experience with our move with Shyheim, Rafael and Abdulah today. They moved SO FAST but also with great care with all of our furniture and fragile items."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Best USA Movers Orlando has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Best USA Movers Orlando has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 315 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.3
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Best USA Movers Orlando.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Best USA Movers Orlando emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Hands down, the easiest and most professional move I've ever had. The guys showed up on time, moved everything quickly and safely. I'll recommend them to everyone in the future."
"Fast but extra careful with our belongings. Incredibly hard workers. Highly recommend."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. has been in business for 13 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 283 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.3.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc., and 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Jay, James and Savannah were the best. Got to the house on time, worked fast, safe and carefully. Arrived at new house in a timely manor and were unloaded in no time. Overall great experience and highly recommend 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc."
"Jorge, DJ, and Shabrey took such great care of everything. They were so efficient and fast. I had a piano and other delicate furniture to move, and everything was taken care of and nothing was scratched! Nicest guys ever."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Big Man Movers Corp. has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Big Man Movers Corp. has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 190 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
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Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Big Man Movers Corp. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew was professional and on time. They took the time to carefully wrap my furniture so nothing would get scratched. Everything arrived on time and intact! Highly recommend Big Man Movers."
"Chris and Maximo are hard at work loading all of our stuff. They showed up right on time and are caring for my furniture way more than I do! Best decision I could have made, most relaxing move ever."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Suddath Van Lines, Inc. has been in business for 112 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Suddath Van Lines, Inc. has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 278 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Suddath Van Lines, Inc..
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Suddath Van Lines, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Milton, Tatiana, and the crew were professional, courteous, and thorough. They unpacked everything, assembled furniture, and put items away. Absolutely amazing service!"
"Naldo, Dave and Curtis handled everything with great care. They were super friendly and made us feel confident our high-value inventory would be safe. Highly recommend Suddath and their movers."
What add-on services do Orlando movers offer?
Not every mover in Orlando offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 41 Orlando movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 48.78% of Orlando movers, compared to 47.6% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 29.27% of Orlando movers, compared to 44.54% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 17.07% of Orlando movers, compared to 22.27% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 92.68% of Orlando movers, compared to 88.65% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 26.83% of Orlando movers, compared to 23.58% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 80.49% of Orlando movers, compared to 75.98% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Orlando's cost of living.
Does Orlando have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 20 of 41 Orlando movers (48.78%), compared to 47.6% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) and 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. (4.56/5) rate highest for art handling in Orlando. Per-piece handling runs $53 to $530, with custom crates adding $159 to $212 per item.
| Art handling in Orlando | Details |
|---|---|
| Orlando movers offering this | 20 of 41 (48.78%) |
| Florida statewide | 109 of 229 (47.6%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Orlando art movers | Best USA Movers Orlando, 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. |
| Per-piece handling fee | $53 to $530 |
| Custom crating per item | $159 to $212 |
Framed artwork and sculpture face 3 distinct risks in transit: UV exposure, humidity fluctuation, and impact fractures. Standard moving blankets mitigate only the third and only partially. Art movers use archival materials and custom crates sized to each piece to address all 3. Direct experience with the specific media, whether oil on canvas, bronze, or photography, matters more than general fine art credentials.
Does Orlando have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 12 of 41 Orlando movers (29.27%), compared to 44.54% statewide and 36.39% nationally. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.62/5) and 1st Class Moving and Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for junk removal in Orlando. Standalone junk removal typically runs $159 to $530 per load.
| Junk removal in Orlando | Details |
|---|---|
| Orlando movers offering this | 12 of 41 (29.27%) |
| Florida statewide | 102 of 229 (44.54%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Orlando junk removal movers | College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, 1st Class Moving and Storage |
| Typical cost per load | $159 to $530 |
| Single large item | $80 to $159 |
Junk removal is most cost-effective when bundled with a move, since the crew is already on-site and items removed from the shipment lower the final billable weight. For electronics and appliances, confirm the mover follows local disposal regulations before booking, since fines for improper disposal can exceed the cost of the service itself.
Does Orlando have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 7 of 41 Orlando movers (17.07%), compared to 22.27% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) and Orlando Express Movers (4.44/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Orlando. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Orlando | Details |
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| Orlando movers offering this | 7 of 41 (17.07%) |
| Florida statewide | 51 of 229 (22.27%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Orlando providers | Best USA Movers Orlando, Orlando Express Movers |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps are the items most frequently damaged in transit and the ones that benefit most from professional packing materials and technique. Fragile-only packing covers those categories specifically, without the cost of a full-service contract. Before booking, confirm the mover's valuation policy covers fragile-only packed items, since some companies exclude liability for items their crew did not pack.
Does Orlando have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 38 of 41 Orlando movers (92.68%), compared to 88.65% statewide and 84.85% nationally. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.62/5) and Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) rate highest for storage in Orlando. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $272/month.
| Storage in Orlando | Details |
|---|---|
| Orlando movers offering this | 38 of 41 (92.68%) |
| Florida statewide | 203 of 229 (88.65%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Orlando storage movers | College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, Best USA Movers Orlando |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $272 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $530 |
Storage-in-transit is billed at roughly $0.50 per cubic foot per month. A 1-bedroom load at approximately 514 cubic feet runs about $272 per month. Confirm whether the mover bills from delivery to their warehouse or from the original pickup date, since the two methods produce different totals for the same storage window.
Does Orlando have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 11 of 41 Orlando movers (26.83%), compared to 23.58% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) and Suddath Van Lines, Inc. (4.52/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Orlando. Hot tub moves typically run $159 to $424 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Orlando | Details |
|---|---|
| Orlando movers offering this | 11 of 41 (26.83%) |
| Florida statewide | 54 of 229 (23.58%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Orlando hot tub movers | Best USA Movers Orlando, Suddath Van Lines, Inc. |
| Bundled with full-service move | $159 to $424 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $318 to $848 |
A standard hot tub weighs 500 to 1,000 lbs when empty and must be fully drained before pickup. Moving one requires a flatbed or specialized dolly, a crew of at least 3, and often a crane or lift gate if the unit is in a backyard with no direct truck access. Bundling hot tub service into a full-service move costs less than a standalone specialty carrier in most cases.
Does Orlando have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 33 of 41 Orlando movers (80.49%), compared to 75.98% statewide and 72.52% nationally. Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5) and 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. (4.56/5) rate highest for piano moving in Orlando. A standalone piano move typically costs $848 to $3,710, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Orlando | Details |
|---|---|
| Orlando movers offering this | 33 of 41 (80.49%) |
| Florida statewide | 174 of 229 (75.98%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Orlando piano movers | Best USA Movers Orlando, 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. |
| Upright piano | $848 to $1,590 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,272 to $2,650 |
| Grand piano | $1,908 to $3,710 |
Piano moving is a distinct skill set. Uprights run 400 to 800 lbs and grands exceed 1,200 lbs, and both require piano boards, straps, and padded blankets that standard crews do not carry. Structural damage to a soundboard or cabinet is not covered under released-value protection at $0.60 per pound, making full valuation coverage worth requesting specifically for the instrument. Bundling piano moving into a full-service household move is typically the most cost-effective approach.
Who are the best movers in Orlando for small long-distance moves?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving leads Orlando's small-move providers with a 4.62/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Best USA Movers Orlando at 4.62/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Orlando?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Orlando. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Orlando residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Orlando?
21 of 41 Orlando movers (51.22%) offer labor-only services, compared to 62.01% statewide and 54.55% nationally. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.62/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Orlando, followed by Best USA Movers Orlando (4.62/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Orlando residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Orlando moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Orlando. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Orlando?
Moving costs across Florida range from $430 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $163/hour) to $3,844 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Florida mover quotes. The table below shows Florida statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Orlando will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Florida* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $430 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $593 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $952 |
| 3-bedroom home | $2,183 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,503 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $3,844 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Florida. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Florida statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Orlando?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Orlando move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Orlando, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Orlando
What should I know about mover licensing before leaving Orlando?
Interstate movers in Orlando are required to hold a USDOT number and maintain active FMCSA registration before hauling goods across state lines. Of the 41 movers moveBuddha tracks in Orlando, 34 carry that federal authorization. All companies recommended on this page are fully licensed. Verify any mover's credentials in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database before signing a contract.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move outlines the consumer protections and mover obligations that govern every interstate shipment.
Should I use a local company or a national company when moving out of Orlando?
For moves within Florida, a local moving company in Orlando is the more budget-friendly option. moveBuddha has reviewed 41 movers in Orlando, averaging $249/hour, with 34 licensed for interstate routes. The standout options are highlighted on this page.
If the destination is outside Florida, national movers cost more but bring proven cross-state logistics, an advantage that matters most when route complexity and distance are both high.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Orlando?
Late fall and early winter are the lowest-demand months for movers in Orlando. With average winter lows around 49°F, fewer residents choose to move, mover capacity is higher, and quote flexibility increases. That is the best window to negotiate your rate. Booking in November or December typically means shorter lead times and more pricing flexibility than peak-season summer moves.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Orlando?
For most people leaving the The City Beautiful, a DIY approach is the most cost-effective option, particularly for moves within 50 miles. moveBuddha's data shows that rental trucks and moving containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service movers on comparable routes. The go-to choices are a rental truck like U-Haul or a moving container such as PODS. See our full breakdown in the guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state.
