Moving from Philadelphia to Tampa: 2026 Cost & Time
1,000 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$2,675–$4,000
Distance
1,000 mi
Drive time
~15 hrs
Typical transit
3–6 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
Philadelphia to Tampa is a steady I-95 Mid-Atlantic-to-Gulf lane driven by retiree and remote-work migration. Winter demand runs high on the Tampa end, so book earlier for the cold-season high season.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300 | $1,600 | $1,950 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,725 | $2,100 | $2,550 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,675 | $3,275 | $4,000 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,900 | $4,750 | $5,800 |
| 4 Bedroom | $5,325 | $6,500 | $7,925 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $6,450 | $7,875 | $9,600 |
What affects your Philadelphia → Tampa cost
- Over long distances like Philadelphia to Tampa (1,000 mi), the per-mile rate steps down, and inventory size becomes the dominant cost driver.
- A mid-month, mid-week date typically beats an end-of-month weekend on this lane, especially in the May–September peak.
- Access on both ends, stairs, long carries, elevator reservations, or tight truck parking, adds crew hours the estimate can't see until the mover reviews it.
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Philadelphia to Tampa moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from Philadelphia to Tampa typically costs $2,675–$4,000 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $6,450–$9,600.
The route is about 1,000 miles (~15 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 3–6 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (PA to FL), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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