($593+) Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD Movers
Moving from Orlando, FL, to Baltimore, MD, runs anywhere from $593 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $6,908 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 885 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 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 $1,726, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $6,908 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,042 - $3,651, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $593 - $1,650.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Orlando, FL, to Baltimore, MD. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,117 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
There are 3 main ways to move from Orlando to Baltimore: 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 $2,117 - $5,163. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 69% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 885-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 885-mile route from Orlando to Baltimore, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,726 - $3,958, container $1,042 - $2,029, rental truck $593 - $1,132, freight trailer $948 - $1,825.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,117 - $5,163, container $1,481 - $2,761, rental truck $646 - $1,291, freight trailer $1,151 - $2,119.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $3,656 - $6,908, container $1,972 - $3,651, rental truck $819 - $1,650, freight trailer $1,517 - $3,038.
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 Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 885-mile move from Orlando, Florida, to Baltimore, Maryland, with costs ranging from $1,726 - $6,908. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $302 - $2,016. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Orlando and Baltimore. Local movers in Orlando typically start around $188 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Orlando to Baltimore:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,726 - $3,958
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,117 - $5,163
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,656 - $6,908
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 Orlando to Baltimore.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Orlando movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Baltimore, 70% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing80% of local movers | $504 - $5,040 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready57% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $202 - $1,210/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $302 - $2,419 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage8% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs57% of local movers | $1,008 - $3,024 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,520 - $10,080 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $755 - $1,434 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. | $1,008 - $2,520 |
| Piano | Any piano type40% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $806 - $3,528 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling1% of local movers | $302 - $1,512 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $655 - $2,016 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $302 - $15,120+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $302 - $3,528+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to Baltimore?
Look for Maryland Motor Truck Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Maryland 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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to Baltimore, Maryland, cost between $1,042 and $3,651. 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 Orlando typically runs around $80/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Orlando to Baltimore:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,042 - $2,029
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,481 - $2,761
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,972 - $3,651
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $151 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Baltimore, MD, 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 $706 in Orlando, 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 Maryland 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 $1,042. 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 $1,481 - $2,761.
What are the best moving containers Orlando to Baltimore?
- 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 Orlando 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 Orlando:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 10 years in business
- Best USA Movers Orlando (5.0/5), 14 years in business
- Orlando Express Movers (4.9/5), 13 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
Plan on $593 - $1,650 for a rental moving truck on the 885-mile route from Orlando, Florida, to Baltimore, Maryland. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $284 - $324
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Orlando daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.19
| 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 Orlando to Baltimore based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $593 - $1,132
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $646 - $1,291
- 4+ bedrooms: $819 - $1,650
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Orlando to Baltimore starts at $593 - $1,650, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($284 - $324), overnight lodging ($151/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $151 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 $66 and $328 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $284 - $324 in fuel for the 885-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $706 in Orlando, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando to Baltimore?
- 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 Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD
For larger DIY moves from Orlando, Florida, 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 Baltimore, Maryland.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,151 and $2,119.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Orlando to Baltimore:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $948 - $1,825
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,119
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,517 - $3,038
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?
- 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 Orlando, Florida, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $706.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $76 and $151 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Orlando to Baltimore?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Orlando to Baltimore. 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: Orlando, FL vs Baltimore, MD
Good news for your budget: Baltimore isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Orlando. Cost of living index runs 93 there against 106 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 41/100 and 50.43/100 here versus 64/100 and 27.28/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Baltimore, MD to Orlando, FL guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Maryland over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 885 movers in our Florida network to compare for this 885-mile move.
Our take
For a move from Orlando, FL, to Baltimore, MD, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,726 for a studio to $6,908 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 885-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,042 - $3,651. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $593 - $1,650, 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 $2,117 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 Social Security Administration and Laureate International Universities.
FAQs: Moving from Orlando, FL, to Baltimore, MD
What is the cheapest way to move from Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD?
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 $646 - $1,291. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Baltimore a safe place to live?
Baltimore has a safety index of 27.28 out of 100 and a crime index of 72.72, compared to 50.43 and 49.57 in Orlando. 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 Orlando, FL to Baltimore, MD?
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.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Maryland?
Although a local license is not required in Maryland, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number.
What percentage of Orlando movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 40% of movers in Orlando handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.