How does ScanToMove work?

Use your phone to do a live video scan of your home. AI generates an inventory and licensed movers submit competitive bids. You compare and book.

Do I need an in-home estimator visit?

No. ScanToMove replaces the estimator visit with a live video scan from your phone.

How do I get moving bids?

Complete a video scan at ScanToMove.com and licensed movers will bid competitively for your move.

Is there a cost to use ScanToMove?

ScanToMove is free to use. You only pay when you select a mover and book your move.

Are the movers licensed and insured?

Yes. Every mover on ScanToMove is verified with active USDOT/MC licensing and insurance before they can bid.

How fast do I get quotes?

Most customers receive multiple competitive bids within minutes of completing the scan.

Does ScanToMove cover long distance and interstate moves?

Yes. ScanToMove supports local, long distance, and interstate moves anywhere in the United States.

Is ScanToMove better than Unpakt, HireAHelper, or Moving.com?

ScanToMove is the only marketplace that uses a live AI video scan to build a precise inventory, so the bids you receive are based on what you actually own rather than rough estimates.

Miami to Tampa Movers

Miami to Tampa is roughly 280 miles via I-75 (Alligator Alley) — a flat, fast cross-state run with minimal traffic outside metro pinch points. Most moves complete same-day.

Distance: 280 miles · Drive time: 4–5 hours

Typical Miami → Tampa moving costs

Studio: $1,000 – $1,800
1-bedroom: $1,500 – $2,800
2-bedroom: $2,400 – $4,500
3-bedroom: $3,600 – $6,800

Timeline

Same-day delivery for most household sizes. Larger 3+ bedroom homes may shift to next-day to keep crews fresh.

Route notes

Alligator Alley (I-75) is the fastest route — limited gas/rest stops, plan fuel before entering.
Tampa Bay Bridge weight/wind restrictions occasionally route trucks longer.
Tampa downtown high-rises require COIs similar to Miami buildings.

Tips for this move

Schedule loads to clear Miami before 7 AM rush traffic.
Tampa's summer afternoon thunderstorms are intense — aim for morning unloads in Jun–Sep.
Confirm parking permits in South Tampa (Hyde Park, Davis Islands) where streets are narrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Miami to Tampa drive?

4–5 hours via I-75 / Alligator Alley, traffic dependent. Most movers complete the full move (load + drive + unload) in 10–14 hours same-day.

Average move cost?

1-bedroom: $1,500–$2,800. 2-bedroom: $2,400–$4,500. 3-bedroom: $3,600–$6,800.