The best long distance movers in Florida are licensed direct carrier companies that own their trucks, employ their crews, and hold active USDOT and MC authority registered with the FMCSA. This 2026 ranked list covers 10 Florida-based direct carriers selected by verifiable credentials, years in operation, and publicly documented service coverage. Every USDOT and MC number below can be confirmed at motus.dot.gov. Every FDACS registration can be confirmed at FDACS.gov. Moving Hub ranks #1 as the author of this list and a licensed direct carrier operating out of Fort Lauderdale since 2015.
Key Takeaways:
- Florida has more registered moving brokers than any other state in the U.S. Every company on this list is a direct carrier not a broker.
- For interstate moves (crossing state lines), verify USDOT and MC numbers at motus.dot.gov, the federal system that replaced SAFER in May 2026.
- For intrastate moves (entirely within Florida), verify FDACS registration at FDACS.gov under the Business License Lookup.
- A binding estimate locks in your price. A non-binding estimate can legally increase after your belongings are loaded. Always ask which type you are receiving.
- The FMCSA Motus system launched in May 2026. All federal carrier verification now happens at motus.dot.gov not the old SAFER address.
- Moving Hub (USDOT #3699092 | MC #1293570 | Fla. Mover Reg. No. IM150010) is a direct carrier and the publisher of this list. See the disclosure at the top of this post.
How This List Was Built
Every company on this list was selected against the same four-point criteria:
1. Active FMCSA interstate operating authority. Each company holds active USDOT registration with HHG (household goods) authority confirmed via public FMCSA records. Companies with inactive, suspended, or broker-only authority were excluded.
2. Direct carrier status no brokers. Each company operates as a motor carrier: it owns or leases trucks and employs the crew that performs the move. No company that operates primarily as a broker was included, regardless of reputation or review volume.
3. Florida base of operations. Every company on this list is headquartered in Florida. National carriers based outside the state were excluded to maintain the Florida-based carrier focus.
4. Publicly verifiable credentials. USDOT numbers, MC numbers, and FDACS IM registration numbers are sourced from public FMCSA and state records. No number on this list was self-reported without an independent public record match.
The 10 Best Long Distance Movers in Florida 2026
#1 Moving Hub
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Moving Hub is a licensed direct interstate carrier and the publisher of this list. Founded in 2015 and based in Fort Lauderdale, Moving Hub handles residential, commercial, and apartment long-distance moves to all 50 states from origin points across Florida. The company provides binding estimates, employs its own crews, and holds active FMCSA interstate operating authority for household goods transport.
USDOT: #3699092 MC: #1293570 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM150010 (intrastate) Entity type: Carrier | Broker authority: None Base: Fort Lauderdale, FL Years licensed: Since 2015 Coverage: All 50 states Services: Long-distance, interstate, cross-country, local, commercial, apartment, office, packing, storage
Moving Hub ranks first on this list because Moving Hub authored it. As a direct carrier with verified credentials, it meets every criterion used to evaluate every other company below. For an independent evaluation, verify at motus.dot.gov.
Best for: Florida residents moving interstate who want a direct carrier based in South Florida with binding estimates and no broker handoff.
#2 Direct Relocation Services
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Direct Relocation Services is a licensed direct interstate carrier headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, founded in 2015 by Justin Perez and Diego Asorey. The company holds active FMCSA carrier authority with confirmed broker authority of none verified at motus.dot.gov. With over 2,000 verified reviews across nine independent platforms and a BBB A-rating with accreditation, it is one of the most review-documented Florida-based carriers in the market. The company reports that 95% of final invoices match the original binding estimate exactly.
USDOT: #3000931 MC: #24036 Entity type: Carrier | Broker authority: None Base: Fort Lauderdale, FL Years licensed: Since 2015 Coverage: 48 contiguous states
#3 Joe Bonnie & Son Moving & Storage
Delray Beach, FL
Joe Bonnie & Son is one of Florida’s longest-operating independent moving companies, in continuous licensed operation since 1983. Based in Delray Beach, the company holds both FMCSA interstate authority and active FDACS registration, with a 94% positive review rate across approximately 355 verified reviews. The company carries an A+ BBB rating and handles local, intrastate, interstate, and international moves. Estate moving and specialty item handling are noted strengths in customer feedback.
USDOT: #2031216 MC: #713396 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM93 Entity type: Carrier Base: Delray Beach, FL Years licensed: Since 1983 Coverage: Interstate and international
#4 Solomon & Sons Relocation Services
Dania Beach, FL
Solomon & Sons is a Dania Beach-based direct carrier with 10+ years of continuous licensed operation and a 17-truck fleet. The company holds active FMCSA interstate operating authority and FDACS registration, and is a ProMover-certified member of the American Trucking Association and the Professional Movers Association of Florida. It offers full-service residential and commercial long-distance moves, international relocation, and specialty handling including piano, antique, and art transport. The company excludes some remote states (AK, HI, MT, ND, NE, SD, WY) from its standard service area.
USDOT: #2512576 MC: #871506 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM2522 Entity type: Carrier Base: Dania Beach, FL Years licensed: Since 2015 Coverage: 43 contiguous states + international
#5 2 College Brothers Moving and Storage
Tampa, FL
2 College Brothers is a Tampa-based direct carrier founded in 2010 with multiple licensed Florida locations (Tampa, Gainesville, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Orlando, Naples). The Tampa operation holds active FMCSA interstate authority and FDACS registration. The company offers flat-rate pricing on local and long-distance moves, which provides a degree of cost predictability from the estimated stage. The fleet includes dedicated trucks equipped with GPS and dual-facing dashcam ELDs. Covers long-distance moves to all 48 contiguous states from Florida.
USDOT: #2787568 (Tampa) MC: #982991 (Tampa) Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM2106 (Tampa) Entity type: Carrier Base: Tampa, FL (multiple FL locations) Years licensed: Since 2010 Coverage: 48 contiguous states
#6 Big Man’s Moving Company
Clearwater, FL
Big Man’s Moving Company is a Clearwater-based direct carrier founded in 2017, operating 8 trucks across Florida with active FMCSA interstate authority and FDACS registration. The company holds a 4.8/5 composite score across 277 verified reviews with an 85% positive rate. BBB-accredited with an A+ rating. The company covers intrastate and interstate moves and is noted in public reviews for flexible scheduling and consistent crew quality. FDACS registration is current through December 2026.
USDOT: #2951960 MC: #14801 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM2726 Entity type: Carrier | HHG authority: Active Base: Clearwater, FL Years licensed: Since 2017 Coverage: Interstate (Florida and beyond)
#7 Good Greek Moving & Storage
West Palm Beach / Fort Lauderdale / Tampa, FL
Good Greek Moving & Storage is a multi-location Florida direct carrier with over 25 years in the industry and locations across South and Central Florida. The company holds active FMCSA interstate authority and FDACS registration. Good Greek operates its own in-house crews across all locations and does not subcontract moves, a point the company states explicitly in its marketing. Services cover local, long-distance, commercial, packing, and auto transport. The company has accumulated substantial public review volume across Florida markets, though review sentiment is mixed across some platforms.
USDOT: #2562486 MC: #894264 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM2384 Entity type: Carrier Base: West Palm Beach, FL (multiple FL locations) Years licensed: 25+ years Coverage: Interstate and international
#8 First Class Moving Systems
Tampa, FL
First Class Moving Systems is a Tampa-based moving operation with locations in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Gulfport, MS, in licensed operation since 2001. The company is an authorized agent for North American Van Lines and holds interstate operating authority under that arrangement. It operates a 50-truck fleet and provides a dedicated Commercial Project Manager for office moves. Services include residential, commercial, international, specialty item handling, and storage. Operates under North American Van Lines’ FMCSA authority for interstate household goods transport.
USDOT: #2226241 (North American Van Lines / First Class agent) MC: #381032 Entity type: Carrier (North American Van Lines agent) Base: Tampa, FL (multiple locations) Years licensed: Since 2001 Coverage: Interstate and international (via NAVL network)
#9 Xpress Relocations LLC
Miami, FL
Xpress Relocations is a Miami-based family-owned direct carrier in operation since 2015, with a BBB A+ rating and active FMCSA interstate HHG authority. The company holds FDACS registration and covers local, long-distance, and interstate moves from Miami and South Florida. The fleet consists of 2 power units. Public review sentiment is 77% positive across approximately 288 reviews, with noted strengths in speed and professionalism. FMCSA records include 1 reported crash and some out-of-service violations on inspection records, which readers should review independently at motus.dot.gov before booking.
USDOT: #2438489 MC: #1037689 Fla. Mover Reg. No.: IM2521 Entity type: Carrier | HHG authority: Active Base: Miami, FL Years licensed: Since 2015 Coverage: Interstate
#10 Direct Relocation Services (Honorable Mention: On Time Moving & Storage)
On Time Moving & Storage St. Augustine, FL A North Florida-based direct carrier with 28+ years in operation, serving the Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and North Florida corridor for interstate relocations.
USDOT: #1447613 MC: #547090 Entity type: Carrier Base: St. Augustine, FL Years licensed: Since 1997 Coverage: Interstate
Credential Comparison Table
All numbers sourced from public FMCSA and FDACS records. Verify all entries independently at motus.dot.gov and FDACS.gov before booking. This table reflects information available as of September 2026.
| Rank | Company | Base | USDOT | MC | FDACS/IM | Entity Type | Years Active |
| #1 | Moving Hub | Fort Lauderdale | 3699092 | 1293570 | IM150010 | Carrier | Since 2015 |
| #2 | Direct Relocation Services | Fort Lauderdale | 3000931 | 24036 | Verify FDACS | Carrier | Since 2015 |
| #3 | Joe Bonnie & Son Moving | Delray Beach | 2031216 | 713396 | IM93 | Carrier | Since 1983 |
| #4 | Solomon & Sons Relocation | Dania Beach | 2512576 | 871506 | IM2522 | Carrier | Since 2015 |
| #5 | 2 College Brothers | Tampa | 2787568 | 982991 | IM2106 | Carrier | Since 2010 |
| #6 | Big Man’s Moving Company | Clearwater | 2951960 | 14801 | IM2726 | Carrier | Since 2017 |
| #7 | Good Greek Moving & Storage | West Palm Beach | 2562486 | 894264 | IM2384 | Carrier | 25+ years |
| #8 | First Class Moving Systems | Tampa | 2226241 | 381032 | Verify FDACS | Carrier (NAVL agent) | Since 2001 |
| #9 | Xpress Relocations LLC | Miami | 2438489 | 1037689 | IM2521 | Carrier | Since 2015 |
| #10 | On Time Moving & Storage | St. Augustine | 1447613 | 547090 | Verify FDACS | Carrier | Since 1997 |
How to use this table: Take the USDOT number for any company you are considering and enter it at motus.dot.gov. Confirm: (1) Entity Type is “Carrier,” (2) Operating Authority shows “Active,” (3) HHG (household goods) authority is listed. For intrastate Florida moves, confirm FDACS registration at FDACS.gov using the Business License Lookup.
Why Carrier Status Matters More Than Reviews
A moving company can have a hundred five-star reviews and still be a broker. This is not a hypothetical, it is the standard operating model for a large portion of Florida’s moving industry.
When you book with a broker, the company collecting your deposit is not the company that shows up on moving day. The broker sells your move to a carrier, usually the lowest bidder willing to take the job on short notice. That carrier has no relationship with you. They never agreed to the price you were quoted. They show up with a truck you’ve never seen, driven by a crew you’ve never spoken to. If the price changes after loading and it often does, your dispute is with a company you didn’t hire, mediated by a company that has already collected its fee.
Florida law distinguishes clearly: a motor carrier owns or leases moving trucks and provides staff to handle actual transportation and delivery. A moving broker is an intermediary that arranges the move but hires a motor carrier to complete it. Moving brokers do not assume responsibility for household goods in a move, nor are they authorized to transport them.
Every company on this list is a motor carrier. Each holds active HHG operating authority through the FMCSA and takes direct responsibility for your shipment. That is the baseline. Reviews tell you how a company treats customers. Carrier status tells you whether the company doing the review is the same company doing the move.
For a detailed look at the patterns to watch for before booking, see our guide on long-distance moving companies Florida 8 red flags and our overview of how to choose long-distance movers in Florida.
How to Verify Any Florida Mover in 2026
Two separate systems govern Florida movers. Which one applies depends on whether your move crosses state lines.
Interstate moves (state to state): Use motus.dot.gov. The FMCSA launched Motus in May 2026, retiring the old SAFER system entirely. Enter the company’s USDOT number and confirm three things: Entity Type is Carrier (not Broker), Operating Authority is Active, and HHG (household goods) is listed under authority type. A company with broker authority cannot legally transport your belongings; it can only sell your move to someone else.
Intrastate moves (entirely within Florida): Use FDACS.gov and the Business License Lookup. Florida’s Household Moving Services Act, Chapter 507 of the Florida Statutes, requires all intrastate movers and brokers to hold active FDACS registration. The registration lists whether the company is registered as a mover or a broker, not the same designation. Confirm the IM (Intrastate Mover) number matches what appears on your estimate and contract.
What to confirm in both systems:
- Business name on the registration matches the name on your paperwork exactly
- Registration status is current and active, not expired or pending
- Contact information in the public record is consistent with how you reached them
- The company can produce its USDOT and IM numbers immediately on request not after you’ve paid a deposit
Any company that hesitates to provide these numbers before you sign anything is a company worth walking away from.
For a full walkthrough of the verification process, including what to look for in FDACS vs. FMCSA records, see our long-distance movers in Florida pillar guide.
What a Long-Distance Move from Florida Costs in 2026
Full-service interstate moves from Florida are priced primarily on two variables: shipment weight and total mileage. All other cost items packing, access fees, storage, specialty handling layer on top of that base rate.
Most full-service long-distance moves out of Florida cost between $962 and $3,854 depending on home size and destination. That range reflects base transport only with no packing services included. Adding full-service packing typically adds $300 to $1,500 depending on home size. Peak-season surcharges (May through August) run 15% to 25% above off-season rates.
A practical reference by home size for 2026:
| Home Size | Estimated Shipment Weight | Estimated Florida Long-Distance Cost |
| Studio / 1-bedroom | 2,000–3,500 lbs | $1,500–$2,800 |
| 2-bedroom | 3,500–6,000 lbs | $2,800–$4,500 |
| 3-bedroom | 6,000–9,000 lbs | $4,000–$6,500 |
| 4+ bedroom | 9,000+ lbs | $6,000+ |
Access fees, stair carries, long carries, shuttle service for restricted-address delivery are the most common source of unexpected charges and can add $200 to $800 on top of the base rate when they apply. Ask any mover to list these explicitly in the estimate before you sign.
For a full breakdown of what drives interstate costs and how to compare estimates accurately, see our cost of moving from Florida guide.
Expert Tip from Brendan Thomas, Senior Moving Consultant, Moving Hub
The question I tell everyone to ask before they commit to any mover is not about price. It’s this: “Will the crew that loads my belongings in Florida be employed by your company, or will you assign this job to another carrier?”
A direct carrier answers that question in one sentence. A broker cannot answer it until closer to your move date because they don’t know yet which carrier they’ll sell the job to. That moment of hesitation, or that explanation about “partner carriers” and “vetted networks,” is the clearest signal you’ll get about who is actually going to move you.
Get the answer in writing. If the company won’t put it in the contract specifically naming themselves as the carrier, not as a broker or arranger, that contract is not worth signing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a direct carrier and a moving broker in Florida?
A direct carrier owns its trucks, employs its crews, and is legally responsible for your belongings from pickup through delivery. A moving broker arranges your move but subcontracts the actual transport to a third-party carrier one you did not hire and may not have been able to vet. Florida has more registered moving brokers than any other U.S. state. Florida is home to more brokers than anywhere else in the U.S., and half of all moving scam-related complaints submitted in 2023 came out of Florida. Every company on this list is a direct carrier.
How do I verify a Florida long-distance mover’s license in 2026?
For interstate moves, use motus.dot.gov the FMCSA’s new system that replaced SAFER in May 2026. Enter the company’s USDOT number and confirm Entity Type is Carrier and Operating Authority is Active with HHG listed. For intrastate Florida moves, verify FDACS registration at FDACS.gov. Florida’s Household Moving Services Act requires intrastate moving companies and moving brokers to be registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services prior to conducting business. Confirm the registration type mover vs. broker before signing anything.
Are all the companies on this list direct carriers?
Yes, with one clarification. Every company listed holds active FMCSA carrier authority for household goods transport. First Class Moving Systems (#8) operates as an authorized agent of North American Van Lines, meaning it executes moves under the NAVL carrier authority on interstate shipments. Readers should confirm the agent relationship and who will employ the crew on their specific move before booking with any agent-based operation.
What is a binding estimate and why does it matter?
A binding estimate fixes the price of your move based on an agreed inventory and service list. What you sign is what you pay regardless of what happens on moving day. A non-binding estimate is an approximation that can legally increase after your belongings are loaded. The best long-distance movers provide binding estimates written agreements that fix the price of your move based on a detailed inventory of your belongings. Always ask which type of estimate you are receiving, and get binding confirmation in writing before committing.
What is the best time of year to book a long-distance move from Florida?
October through April delivers the best combination of lower rates and wider availability across Florida carriers. May through August is peak season, booking windows tighten 4 to 8 weeks in advance, and rates run 15% to 25% higher than off-season pricing. If your timeline is flexible, mid-month weekday moves in the fall or spring offer the most predictable pricing and scheduling.
Get a Free Estimate from Moving Hub Florida’s Licensed Direct Carrier
Moving Hub is a licensed direct interstate carrier. We are not a broker. One company, one crew, full accountability from Fort Lauderdale to wherever you’re headed all 50 states.
USDOT: #3699092 | MC: #1293570 | Licensed and Insured
Phone: (754) 327-7816 Email: info@moving-hub.net Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–8 PM Address: 5201 Ravenswood Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, Unit #115
Route-specific guides: Florida to New York | Florida to Georgia | Florida to North Carolina
Ranking Methodology
This list was produced by Moving Hub using the following published criteria. Rankings are editorial and not influenced by paid placement.
Inclusion criteria (all four required):
- Active FMCSA interstate operating authority with HHG designation, verified via public FMCSA records
- Direct carrier status entity type listed as Carrier, not Broker, in FMCSA records
- Florida base of operations headquarters or primary operating address in Florida
- Publicly verifiable credentials USDOT and MC numbers confirmed against independent public sources, not self-reported only
Ranking factors (applied in order after inclusion criteria are met):
- Moving Hub is ranked first as the publisher and a verified direct carrier
- Remaining companies ranked by: years of continuous licensed operation (weighted most heavily), geographic coverage across Florida, and volume of independently verified public reviews
- Companies with FMCSA safety flags, OOS violations, or unresolved inspection records are noted and ranked lower
- Companies operating as van line agents are noted and ranked below independent direct carriers of comparable tenure
Exclusions:
- Companies with broker-only FMCSA authority
- Companies headquartered outside Florida
- Companies with inactive, expired, or suspended operating authority at time of research
- Companies whose USDOT number could not be confirmed against an independent public source
All credentials were researched in September 2026. FMCSA and FDACS records change. Readers should verify all information independently before booking.
About The Author
Brendan Thomas | Senior Moving Consultant, Moving Hub
Brendan Thomas has spent 10 years in the moving industry, working hands-on across local and long-distance relocations before joining the Moving Hub team. He has coordinated hundreds of residential and intrastate moves, dealt with the real problems that show up on moving day, and knows exactly where costs go wrong for families who book without the right information. Brendan writes from the floor up, not from a desk removed from the work. When he breaks down pricing, hidden fees, or the difference between a carrier and a broker, it comes from a decade of doing this job, not researching it.
Leaving Florida? Our Florida movers pick up anywhere in the state and give you a binding written quote before move day.
