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If you're leaving Burlington for Florida, the math is already working in your favor: you're trading a state income tax of 8.75% and 72 inches of annual snow for zero income tax and year-round warmth. That part's easy. The harder question is what the move actually costs — and which Burlington movers are worth trusting for a 1,436-mile haul.
Here's what I found.
Out of six Burlington-area companies that handle interstate moves, five make sense for a run to Florida:
7 Ambrose Pl, Burlington, VT 05401 · (802) 899-0908
Local Muscle Movers is the strongest option in Burlington, and the review volume backs that up — 267 reviews with 97% positive. Customers consistently point to transparent quotes, crews that run ahead of schedule, and careful handling. The complaints that exist (occasional item damage, a few estimate discrepancies) are genuinely rare. For a Burlington-to-Florida move, this is the one to start with.
Services: Local moves, packing/unpacking, offices, pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, crating, safes
430 Meadowland Drive South, Burlington, VT 05403 · (802) 864-5115
Nearly eight decades in business is a real credential. Customers praise efficiency, careful handling, and reliable service on both local and long-distance jobs. The catch: 26% of reviews flag estimates that ballooned by move day — final bills running meaningfully higher than what was quoted. The pattern in the negative reviews also points to communication gaps when something goes wrong. If you use Booska, lock down a binding estimate and get everything in writing.
Services: Local and interstate moves, international moves, offices, pianos, full-valuation coverage, storage, cash and credit card accepted
276 East Allen Street, Suite 6, Winooski, VT 05404 · (802) 527-8200
Vermont Moving & Storage earns solid marks for professional crews, respectful handling, and moves that tend to land at or under the quoted price. But 35% of reviews involve real problems — property damage, higher-than-expected final bills, and inadequate responses when claims were filed. If you have fragile or valuable items, press them hard on their packing approach and claims process before you commit.
Services: Local and interstate moves, packing/unpacking, offices, pianos, art, antiques, crating, full-valuation coverage, storage, fragile-only packing, safes, cash and credit card accepted
1860 Williston Rd, Suite 4, South Burlington, VT 05403 · (802) 239-1354
The Burlington franchise gets strong marks — punctual crews, fair pricing, professional service. The small number of complaints center on missed appointments and last-minute cancellations. One thing I'd flag: while the local operation reviews well, the national Two Men and a Truck entity carries an F from the BBB. For a long-distance move where your belongings are traveling 1,400 miles, accountability matters more than it does on a local job.
Services: Local and interstate moves, packing/unpacking, pianos, storage, safes, credit card accepted
167 Colchester Rd. (Rt. 2A), Essex Junction, VT 05452 · (802) 878-5344
109 years in business. That's not a typo. Mclure earns consistent praise for polite crews, organized moves, and careful packing. Only about 8% of reviews flag issues — mostly estimate accuracy and unexpected charges. Given their breadth of specialty services (hot tubs, pool tables, international moves) and the track record, Mclure is worth getting a quote from if your Burlington-to-Florida move has any complexity to it.
Services: Local and interstate moves, international moves, offices, pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, full-valuation coverage, storage, cash and credit card accepted
A quick look at what Burlington's interstate movers offer across specialty categories:
| Service | Availability |
|---|---|
| Interstate moves | 5 of 6 companies (83%) |
| Piano moving | 6 of 6 companies (100%) |
| Antique handling | 2 of 6 companies (33%) |
| Art handling | 2 of 6 companies (33%) |
| Fragile-only packing | 2 of 6 companies (33%) |
| Small moves | 0 of 6 companies (0%) |
If specialty handling for art or antiques is a requirement, your local options are limited. Plan for that early in the comparison process.
These ranges are based on a 1,436-mile route. Use the calculator to get a more personalized number — home size, packing needs, and timing all shift the final figure significantly.
| Move size | Full-service movers | Moving containers | Rental truck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,278 – $5,390 | $889 – $2,184 | $822 – $1,512 |
| 2–3 bedrooms | $3,109 – $7,113 | $1,655 – $3,452 | $934 – $1,798 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $5,679 – $9,436 | $2,318 – $4,376 | $1,109 – $2,381 |
Estimates based on pricing data as of January 2026. Your final quote will vary based on move volume, services selected, access at each end, fuel costs, and seasonal demand.
Studio or one-bedroom moves run $1,278–$5,390 with full-service movers. A two- to three-bedroom home lands between $3,109 and $7,113, and a large four-plus-bedroom move comes in at $5,679–$9,436.
The ranges are wide because what's included varies considerably. A low bid that excludes packing labor, fuel surcharges, or valuation coverage isn't actually cheap once those get added back. For a 1,400-mile run, I'd look at long-distance movers who specialize in interstate routes rather than local companies doing an occasional long haul. SafeShip Moving handles routes like this regularly and is worth getting a quote from for comparison.
Moving containers sit in the middle: you handle the loading and unloading, a carrier handles the transport. For a small load, expect $889–$2,184. Two to three bedrooms runs $1,655–$3,452, and four-plus bedrooms comes in at $2,318–$4,376.
The main advantage on a 1,436-mile trip is flexibility. You load on your schedule, and most container companies offer storage if your Florida arrival date hasn't fully locked in.
If you're willing to drive 1,400-plus miles yourself, a rental truck is the cheapest option. A studio or one-bedroom move runs $822–$1,512; two to three bedrooms lands at $934–$1,798; and a larger home comes in at $1,109–$2,381. Fuel estimates are baked in, but verify with the rental company — surcharges can add up on a multi-day drive like this one.
Three variables matter more than anything else:
Moving from Vermont to Florida is a financial upgrade for most people. Here's the comparison:
| Burlington, VT | Florida | |
|---|---|---|
| Average rent | $2,200 | $1,444 |
| Average home price | $495,758 | $392,176 |
| Per capita income | $66,546 | $67,917 |
| Cost of living index | 112 | 102 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | 2.9% |
| State income tax | 8.75% | 0% |
Sources: World Population Review, Zillow, US Census Bureau, US BLS, Tax Foundation, Zumper, Numbeo
What this actually means:
| Burlington, VT | Florida | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 44,743 | 22,610,726 |
| Political lean | Democratic 76–21 | Republican 51–48 |
| Summer high | 81°F | 91°F |
| Winter low | 9°F | 49°F |
| Annual rain | 36″ | 55″ |
| Annual snow | 72″ | 0″ |
| Crime index | 43.33 | 21.39 |
Sources: US Census Bureau, 270TOWIN, NeighborhoodScout, BestPlaces, Wikipedia, AirNow
A few things worth calling out directly:
Once you're settled, you won't have trouble filling time:
Museums
Parks
Sports Teams
Universities
Plan on three to eight days from pickup to delivery on a 1,436-mile route. The range depends on your mover's schedule, how they consolidate loads, and time of year — summer demand stretches delivery windows toward the longer end. Get a confirmed delivery window in writing before you commit.
Two of the six Burlington companies that handle interstate moves offer custom crating for artwork, antiques, and specialty items. If that's a requirement, verify their actual capacity for high-value items — listing the service and having real experience with it aren't always the same thing.
For auto transport on a run this long, use a licensed carrier with verifiable reviews and proper insurance documentation. Don't just go with the lowest bid — accountability matters on a 1,400-mile haul. You can estimate shipping costs with our car shipping calculator.
The weather is the obvious answer — going from Vermont winters to year-round warmth is a lifestyle change that's hard to overstate. The financial case is real too: no state income tax, lower rent, lower home prices, and a cost of living index that's meaningfully lower than Burlington's. Remote work has opened this up to people who previously would have been locked to a Burlington employer.
Our long-distance movers guide covers the best interstate operators, including those with real experience on the Vermont-to-Florida corridor. Compare at least three quotes before deciding — the spread between bids on a move this size can be significant.
Four of the six Burlington movers listed here accept cash. That said, cash is increasingly uncommon for interstate moves — traceable payments protect you if a dispute comes up. Most companies collect a deposit upfront, with the balance due at pickup or delivery. Confirm both the payment schedule and accepted methods before signing anything.
Ready to get numbers? Compare quotes from Burlington movers for your Florida move using the MoveFinders cost calculator.
