($969+) Orlando, FL to St. Paul, MN Movers
Moving from Orlando, FL, to St. Paul, MN, runs anywhere from $969 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,486 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,560 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 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 $1,854, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,486 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,440 - $4,808, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $969 - $2,627.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Orlando, FL, to St. Paul, MN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,699 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 St. Paul, MN
Moving options from Orlando to St. Paul fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,699 - $5,803 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 36% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 64% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,560-mile route typically takes 4 to 15 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,560-mile route from Orlando to St. Paul, 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 $1,854 - $4,537 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,440 - $2,678), rental truck ($969 - $1,771), or freight trailer ($1,297 - $2,433). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,699 - $5,803 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $8,486.
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 St. Paul, MN
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,560-mile move from Orlando, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, with prices running from $1,854 - $8,486. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $313 - $2,088 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Orlando and St. Paul are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Orlando movers tend to run around $188 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Orlando to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,854 - $4,537
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,699 - $5,803
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,583 - $8,486
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 St. Paul.
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 St. Paul, MN
Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Orlando movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In St. Paul, 69% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing80% of local movers | $522 - $5,220 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready57% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $209 - $1,253/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $313 - $2,506 |
| 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 | $1,044 - $3,132 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,610 - $10,440 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $782 - $1,486 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc. | $1,044 - $2,610 |
| Piano | Any piano type40% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Big Man Movers Corp. | $835 - $3,654 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling1% of local movers | $313 - $1,566 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $679 - $2,088 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $313 - $15,660+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $313 - $3,654+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to St. Paul?
All three below meet the standards set by the Minnesota Transport Services Association, the group most Minnesota movers are affiliated with.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Orlando, FL. 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 Orlando, FL to St. Paul, MN
Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, cost between $1,440 and $4,808. 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 Orlando costs roughly $80/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Orlando to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,440 - $2,678
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,716 - $3,488
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,459 - $4,808
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 $731 in Orlando, FL. 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 $78 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $157 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 St. Paul, MN, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Minnesota 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 $1,440. 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 $1,716 - $3,488.
What are the best moving containers Orlando to St. Paul?
- 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 St. Paul, MN
Truck rentals from Orlando, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, range from $969 - $2,627 for the 1,560-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $518 - $592
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- 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 St. Paul based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $969 - $1,771
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $979 - $2,192
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,296 - $2,627
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $969 - $2,627 does not include fuel ($518 - $592), lodging ($157/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Orlando to St. Paul typically runs more than the base rate alone, with meals, equipment, and other extras adding roughly $600 - $1,200 on top of fuel and lodging.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $157 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 $68 and $339 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $518 - $592 in fuel for the 1,560-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $731 in Orlando, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando to St. Paul?
- 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 St. Paul, MN
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Orlando, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.
What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,444 and $2,964.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Orlando to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,297 - $2,433
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,444 - $2,964
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,929 - $4,079
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $78 - $157 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 Orlando, Florida, typically costs $731.
What are the best freight companies from Orlando to St. Paul?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Orlando to St. Paul. 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 St. Paul, MN
Good news for your budget: St. Paul isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Orlando. Cost of living index runs 102 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 60/100 and 49.14/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our St. Paul, MN to Orlando, FL guide.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Orlando, FL, to St. Paul, MN, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,854 - $8,486 on the 1,560-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,440 - $4,808 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $969 - $2,627 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,699 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Siemens and ACS Group.
FAQs: Moving from Orlando, FL, to St. Paul, MN
How walkable is St. Paul?
St. Paul has a walkability score of 60 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 64, compared to 41 and 57 in Orlando. 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 St. Paul?
For families, Macalester-Groveland, Summit Hill, and Highland are worth a look in St. Paul. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown, St. Anthony Park, and Summit Hill tend to be popular picks instead.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Minnesota?
To operate legally within the state, Minnesota household goods movers must have a current permit from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). Before being granted operating authority, each moving company must file a public tariff, provide proof of insurance and submit a Certificate of Compliance to MnDOT.
What do local movers charge in Orlando?
Local movers based in Orlando typically start around $188 as a base rate, plus $80/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 St. Paul 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 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
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.