($563+) Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL

For the 846-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Tampa, Florida, full-service movers cost between $1,900 and $8,455. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $280 - $1,864 (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 Memphis generally start around $334 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Memphis to Tampa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,900 - $4,421
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,301 - $5,768
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,019 - $8,455

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 Memphis to Tampa.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tampa, 55% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Tampa?

Look for Professional Movers Association of Florida membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Florida beyond this list.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Tampa, Florida, cost between $1,097 and $3,491. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Memphis typically costs about $45/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Tampa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,097 - $1,965
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,410 - $2,645
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,857 - $3,491

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 $652 in Memphis, TN. 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 $70 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $140 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 Tampa, FL, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Tampa?

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 Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL

Plan on $563 - $1,608 for a rental moving truck on the 846-mile route from Memphis, Tennessee, to Tampa, Florida. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $251 - $287
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Tampa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $563 - $1,126
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $583 - $1,223
• 4+ bedrooms: $769 - $1,608

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $140 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 $61 and $303 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $251 - $287 in fuel for the 846-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $652 in Memphis, Tennessee, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Tampa?

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 Memphis, TN to Tampa, FL

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Memphis, Tennessee, to Tampa, Florida, 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 $1,061 and $2,116.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Memphis to Tampa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $948 - $1,768
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,061 - $2,116
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,515 - $2,992

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 Memphis, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $652.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $70 and $140 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Tampa?

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.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Tampa, FL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tampa, side by side with Memphis 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.

Our take

Full-service movers on the 846-mile route from Memphis, TN, to Tampa, FL, run $1,900 - $8,455 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,097 - $3,491, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $563 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,301, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Bloomin' Brands and Sykes Enterprises.