A long coast-to-coast move handled with care. Carefully selected moving teams, clear cubic-footage pricing, and a dedicated relocation coordinator from estimate to delivery.
Distance
2,720 mi
Transit time
10–14 days
Service
Weekly
No obligation · Response in 30–60 minutes
Route Details
2,720 miles
10–14 business days
I-10 E coast to coast through TX & LA, connecting to I-95 S into Miami
CA · AZ · NM · TX · LA · MS · AL · FL
Pacific → Eastern (+3 hours)
October – April (winter snowbirds drive demand)
Pricing
Real-world estimates by home size, based on the cubic footage your inventory takes on the truck. Your final price depends on inventory, access, and specialty items — get an accurate upfront quote in 60 seconds.
$3,200 – $5,400
~250 cubic ft of inventory
$5,200 – $8,200
Couple or small family
Most common
$7,500 – $11,500
Average family home
$10,500 – $16,000+
Larger homes / specialty items
What moves the price
Final pricing may vary if inventory or service requirements change prior to pickup.
Real-World Examples
Three real scenarios from real customers. Names and final costs are taken straight
from completed moves on this route.
Alex
Move
Venice, CA → Brickell, Miami, FL
Inventory
King bed, modular sofa, dual-monitor desk setup, 30 boxes
$4,200
12 days
“Tight delivery window for a Brickell high-rise; coordinator booked the freight elevator and parking permit in advance.”
The Hernandez Family
Move
Beverly Hills, CA → Coral Gables, FL
Inventory
4-bedroom home: artwork, antiques, full household, and 90+ boxes
$11,800
13 days
“Specialty handling for original artwork and a
baby grand piano; insurance upgrade for
replacement coverage.”
Carla & Joe
Move
Long Beach, CA → Sunny Isles, FL
Inventory
2-bedroom condo: curated furniture, 50 boxes, no specialty items
$6,400
11 days
“Move scheduled around their lease ending
and new condo closing — coordinator kept
both ends aligned.”
Good to Know
Three things every Los Angeles-to-Miami mover should know before pickup day.
Florida requires vehicle registration and driver's license updates within 30 days of establishing residency — faster than most states. Florida has no state income tax, but vehicle registration fees and tolls (especially in Miami) can add up.
Miami's heat and humidity (90°F+ summers, year-round humidity) can damage wood furniture, leather, electronics, and paper goods if not properly packed. Hurricane season (June–November) sometimes affects pickup and delivery scheduling — your coordinator monitors weather and adjusts as needed.
Miami is roughly 15–20% cheaper than LA overall, but housing in popular neighborhoods (Brickell, Coral Gables, South Beach) can rival LA prices. The big win: no state income tax in Florida.
FAQs
East across Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, and Florida, then connect to Florida’s Turnpike or I-95 toward Miami. Some carriers may use I-20 or I-75 depending on delivery schedules and weather conditions. This route covers nearly the entire southern United States and is one of the most common coast-to-coast moving corridors.
Yes. Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time, while Miami is on Eastern Time — a 3-hour difference. For example, when it’s 9 AM in Los Angeles, it’s already 12 PM in Miami. This is important to consider when scheduling deliveries, utility setup, or coordinating with building management during your move.
Most professional moving companies estimate 7–10 days for delivery, depending on shipment size, route conditions, weather, and scheduling availability. Expedited shipping options may reduce transit time, while consolidated loads can take slightly longer during peak moving seasons.
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