Trading Boston winters and Massachusetts taxes for Orlando’s sunshine, no state income tax, and family-friendly lifestyle? Quick Ship Van Lines runs the Boston to Orlando, Florida route weekly with licensed, insured carriers, transparent cubic-footage pricing, a dedicated relocation coordinator, and an estimated 5–7 day delivery window down the I-95 corridor.
Distance
1,290 mi
Transit time
5–7 days
Service
Weekly
No obligation · Response in 30–60 minutes
Overview
Moving from Boston to Orlando is a top route in the Massachusetts to Florida migration — drawn by no state income tax, warm weather, and a growing economy beyond the famous theme parks, with no time-zone change. Quick Ship Van Lines coordinates this roughly 1,290-mile move — the shortest of the Boston-to-Florida lanes — weekly with licensed, carefully selected carriers who handle both ends: Boston walk-ups and downtown high-rises with permit and COI requirements, Greater Boston suburban homes, and Lake Nona, Winter Park, or Baldwin Park homes on delivery. You get upfront cubic-footage pricing, a dedicated coordinator, and a realistic delivery window, with most quotes back in 30–60 minutes.
Route Details
1,290 miles
5–7 business days
I-95 S down the East Coast into Florida, then I-4 W / Florida’s Turnpike to Orlando
Massachusetts · Rhode Island · Connecticut · New York · New Jersey · Delaware · Maryland · Virginia · North Carolina · South Carolina · Georgia · Florida
None — both are Eastern Time
Fall–winter (snowbird season) and summer
Boston-to-Orlando demand peaks in fall and winter with snowbirds and again in summer, which overlaps hurricane season (June–November). Late spring and early fall usually bring the best rates — book a mid-month weekday 2–3 weeks ahead.
For many Boston movers, Orlando offers Florida sunshine at a family-friendly price. Here’s how the two compare:
Factor | Boston, MA | Orlando, FL |
Income tax | MA 5% flat (plus a 4% surtax on income over $1M) | None — Florida has no state income tax |
Housing costs | Among the highest in the nation | Moderate — more affordable than the coasts |
Overall cost of living | Baseline (very high) | Meaningfully lower, with major tax savings |
Climate | Cold, snowy winters | Warm, humid; sunny Central Florida |
Insurance | Standard | Lower coastal exposure than the beach cities |
Note: as an inland city, Orlando avoids the highest coastal insurance costs while still offering no state income tax and warm weather — a strong value for families. A tax professional can confirm your specifics.
Pricing
Real-world estimates by home size, based on the cubic footage your inventory takes on the truck. Get an accurate upfront quote in about 60 seconds. If you want to move from Boston to Tampa FL, you can find all the information here.
$1,900 – $3,400
~250 cubic ft of inventory
$3,100 – $5,400
Couple or small family
Most common
$4,700 – $7,700
Average family home
$6,800 – $10,800+
Larger homes / specialty items
What affects your Boston to Orlando moving cost
Final pricing may vary if inventory or service requirements change prior to pickup.
Real-World Examples
Three representative scenarios based on typical moves on this route.
Jamal
Move
Cambridge, MA → Lake Nona, Orlando, FL
Inventory
Queen bed, sofa, home office, 25 boxes — a typical 1-bedroom
$2,500
6 days
“Relocating for a role in Orlando’s growing tech-and-medical corridor; coordinator pulled the Boston moving permit and handled the walk-up loading for pickup.“
The Sullivan Family
Move
Framingham, MA → Winter Garden, Orlando, FL
Inventory
3-bedroom home — full household, kids’ rooms, 70+ boxes
$6,200
6 days
“Traded a high-tax Boston suburb for a newer home near good schools; delivery timed to the school-year start.“
Nick & Dana
Move
Somerville, MA → Winter Park, Orlando, FL
Inventory
2-bedroom — curated furniture, 45 boxes, partial pack
$4,300
6 days
“A lifestyle move to a walkable, tree-lined suburb; coordinator kept both ends aligned around the closing.“
Orlando draws New Englanders with sunshine, affordability, and no state income tax — and no time change from Boston. There’s far more to the metro than the theme parks: a fast-growing economy in tourism, healthcare, aerospace, and simulation/tech (the Lake Nona “Medical City” is a major draw), highly rated suburbs, and central access to both coasts. Add family-friendly neighborhoods like Winter Park, Baldwin Park, and Winter Garden and lower coastal-insurance exposure than the beach cities, and it’s clear why families and professionals are heading to Central Florida.
Good to Know
Three things every Boston to Orlando mover should know before pickup day.
Florida requires new residents to get a Florida driver’s license and register their vehicles soon after establishing residency (generally within 30 days), with Florida auto insurance required. Florida has no state income tax, and there is no annual vehicle safety or emissions inspection.
Orlando trades Boston’s snowy winters for a warm, humid Central Florida climate with near-daily summer afternoon thunderstorms. Hurricane season runs June through November; as an inland city Orlando is less storm-exposed than the coasts. There is no time-zone change — both cities are Eastern Time.
Boston pickups often involve historic narrow streets, triple-decker walk-ups without elevators, strict parking, and a citywide street-occupancy (moving-truck) permit to reserve curb space, plus downtown high-rises that require a COI and reserved elevator. Tell your coordinator your building and street details early; we’ll pull the Boston moving permit and prepare any COI.
More Ways We Help
Open transport on this route typically runs $700–$1,000 and enclosed transport for luxury or classic vehicles runs $1,150–$1,600, with vehicle transit usually 3–6 days.
Full or partial packing is available, along with short-term storage if your Orlando move-in date falls after your Boston move-out date.
Pianos, pool tables, antiques, artwork, home-gym equipment, and gun safes are handled by experienced crews, with custom crating available for fragile or high-value pieces.
Why Quick Ship
Reviews
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FAQs
Full-service moves typically range from $1,900 for a studio to $10,800+ for a 4+ bedroom home, based on the cubic footage of your inventory. Get an exact number with a free quote in 30–60 minutes.
Plan on 5–7 business days depending on shipment size and whether your items travel on a dedicated or consolidated truck. This is the shortest of the Boston-to-Florida lanes.
No. Boston and Orlando are both in the Eastern Time zone, so there’s no time difference to adjust to.
No. Florida has no state income tax — a major reason people move there from Massachusetts, which levies a 5% income tax (plus a 4% surtax on income over $1M).
Most carriers take I-95 South down the East Coast into Florida, then I-4 West or Florida’s Turnpike into Orlando — about 1,290 miles.
No. Florida has no annual vehicle safety or emissions inspection. You’ll need Florida auto insurance and to register within about 30 days of establishing residency.
Yes. We pull the city street-occupancy permit to reserve curb space for the truck and are experienced with walk-ups, narrow streets, and high-rise COIs.
Yes. Open transport typically costs $700–$1,000, enclosed transport runs $1,150–$1,600, and vehicle transit is usually 3–6 days.
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