($1,647+) Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,785-mile move from Reno, Nevada, to St. Petersburg, Florida, with costs ranging from $2,767 - $13,507. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $338 - $2,252. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Reno and St. Petersburg. Local movers in Reno typically start around $404 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Reno to St. Petersburg:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,767 - $6,612
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,342 - $8,717
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,855 - $13,507

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 Reno to St. Petersburg.

Specialty moving services from Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Reno movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In St. Petersburg, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Reno to St. Petersburg?

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.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL

Moving containers from Reno, Nevada, to St. Petersburg, Florida, cost between $1,941 and $7,542. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to St. Petersburg. If you go over that window, storage in Reno adds around $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Reno to St. Petersburg:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,941 - $3,698
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,490 - $5,748
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,724 - $7,542

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Reno, NV and St. Petersburg, FL. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $788 in Reno, NV, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $84 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $169 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Reno to St. Petersburg?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL

A rental truck for this 2,785-mile move from Reno, Nevada, to St. Petersburg, Florida, costs between $1,583 and $4,392. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $998 - $1,140
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Reno daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Reno to St. Petersburg based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,583 - $3,006
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,801 - $3,578
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,299 - $4,392

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $84 and $394.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $169.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $998 and $1,140 for the 2,785-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $788 for 2 movers in Reno, Nevada, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Reno to St. Petersburg?

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 Reno, NV to St. Petersburg, FL

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Reno, Nevada, to St. Petersburg, Florida. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,013 and $4,380.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Reno to St. Petersburg:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,801 - $3,608
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,076 - $4,380
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,980 - $5,795

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $84 and $169.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Reno, Nevada, for roughly five hours typically average $788.

What are the best freight companies from Reno to St. Petersburg?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. High Mountain Transport, LLC (4.76/5 stars): High Mountain Transport, LLC is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Reno, NV vs St. Petersburg, FL

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

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.