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Cost to move from Orlando, FL to Washington, DC
About 910 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,050–$4,880 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 | $1,220–$1,950 | $1,470–$2,400 | $1,260–$2,060 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,780–$2,840 | $2,280–$3,740 | $1,270–$2,090 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,050–$4,880 | $3,800–$6,230 | $1,280–$2,120 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,080–$8,160 | $6,330–$10,410 | $1,300–$2,180 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,870–$11,000 | $8,620–$14,150 | $1,320–$2,240 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 910 mi) | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $210 | $270 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.57/h in Orlando vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 1,856 people moved from Florida to District of Columbia in one year, and 1,691 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,840–$4,540 |
| April | $3,050–$4,880 |
| July | $3,510–$5,610 |
| October | $3,050–$4,880 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 910 road miles costs roughly $3,050–$4,880 with full-service movers in October, or $1,280–$2,120 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Orlando to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.