($784+) Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL Movers
Moving from Hartford, CT, to Orlando, FL, runs anywhere from $768 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,106 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,194 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 $2,012, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,106 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,324 - $4,617, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $768 - $2,145.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Hartford, CT, to Orlando, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,716 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
Compare moving options from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
Moving options from Hartford to Orlando fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,716 - $5,892 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,194-mile route typically takes 2 to 8 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,194-mile route from Hartford to Orlando, 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 $2,012 - $4,567 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,324 - $2,384), rental truck ($768 - $1,449), or freight trailer ($1,134 - $2,167). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,716 - $5,892 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $8,106.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
For the 1,194-mile move from Hartford, Connecticut, to Orlando, Florida, full-service movers cost between $2,012 and $8,106. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $316 - $2,108 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Hartford generally start around $300 plus $180 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Hartford to Orlando:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,012 - $4,567
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,716 - $5,892
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,372 - $8,106
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 Hartford to Orlando.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Connecticut to Florida. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Hartford 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 packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $527 - $5,270 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready94% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $211 - $1,265/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $316 - $2,530 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage26% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,054 - $3,162 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,635 - $10,540 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $789 - $1,500 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items47% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $1,054 - $2,635 |
| Piano | Any piano type71% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $843 - $3,689 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling15% of local movers | $316 - $1,581 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect21% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Fallon Moving & Storage | $685 - $2,108 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $316 - $15,810+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $316 - $3,689+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Hartford to Orlando?
Movers licensed to operate in Florida are typically members of the Professional Movers Association of Florida, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Hartford, CT. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
Moving containers from Hartford, Connecticut, to Orlando, Florida, cost between $1,324 and $4,617. 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 Hartford runs about $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Hartford to Orlando:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,324 - $2,384
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,706 - $3,320
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,174 - $4,617
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $79 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $158 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 $738 in Hartford, CT. 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 Connecticut 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 $1,324. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,706 - $3,320, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Hartford to Orlando?
- 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 Hartford 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 Hartford:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 0 years in business
- RT Relocation (4.8/5), 15 years in business
- Fallon Moving & Storage (4.1/5), 33 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
Renting a moving truck for the 1,194-mile move from Hartford, Connecticut, to Orlando, Florida, costs between $768 and $2,145, before these typical add-ons:
- Fuel for the drive: $400 - $458
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Hartford daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| 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 Hartford to Orlando based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $768 - $1,449
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $822 - $1,689
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,087 - $2,145
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Hartford to Orlando starts at $768 - $2,145, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($400 - $458) , overnight lodging ($158/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $158 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
- Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Hartford, Connecticut, usually costs about $738 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 1,194-mile drive falls between $400 and $458, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $53 and $316 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Hartford to Orlando?
- 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 Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL
For larger DIY moves from Hartford, Connecticut, 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 $1,365 and $2,738.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Hartford to Orlando:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,134 - $2,167
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,365 - $2,738
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,793 - $3,729
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $79 - $158 to your final bill.
- Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
- Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Hartford, Connecticut, typically costs $738.
What are the best freight companies from Hartford to Orlando?
- 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.
- 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.
- North Atlantic Trucking, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): North Atlantic Trucking, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Hartford 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: Hartford, CT vs Orlando, FL
Good news for your budget: Orlando isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Hartford. Cost of living index runs 106 there against 105 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 67/100 and 36.25/100 here versus 41/100 and 50.43/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Orlando, FL to Hartford, CT guide.
Why moveBuddha makes finding a mover easier:
In the past 3 months we've processed 10 quotes from Connecticut to Florida, 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 55 movers in Connecticut, so you have real options to compare for this 1,194-mile move.
Our take
A move from Hartford, CT, to Orlando, FL, 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 $2,012 - $8,106 on the 1,194-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,324 - $4,617, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $768 - $2,145. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,716 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 Darden Restaurants and Red Lobster.
FAQs: Moving from Hartford, CT, to Orlando, FL
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.
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 36.25 and 63.75 in Hartford. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL?
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 $822 - $1,689. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
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 long does a move from Hartford, CT to Orlando, FL take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Hartford movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 71% of movers in Hartford handle piano moves, and 47% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.