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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Boston, MA
About 1,510 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,270–$6,750 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,710–$2,700 | $1,960–$3,150 | $2,030–$3,290 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,510–$3,960 | $3,010–$4,860 | $2,040–$3,320 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,270–$6,750 | $5,020–$8,100 | $2,050–$3,350 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,030–$11,160 | $8,280–$13,410 | $2,070–$3,410 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,540–$15,130 | $11,290–$18,280 | $2,090–$3,470 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,510 mi) | $3,140 | $4,950 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $350 | $450 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $680 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami vs. $21.92/h in Boston (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 12,758 people moved from Florida to Massachusetts in one year, and 24,002 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,970–$6,280 |
| April | $4,270–$6,750 |
| July | $4,910–$7,770 |
| October | $4,270–$6,750 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Boston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,510 road miles costs roughly $4,270–$6,750 with full-service movers in October, or $2,050–$3,350 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Miami to Boston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.