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Albany, NY → Augusta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Albany to Augusta

About 925 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,880–$7,260, delivery in 2–5 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 200 in Augusta.

  • 925 miroad distance
  • 16 h 39 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,880–$7,2602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 925 miles (784 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 39 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination
200 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Albany

Augusta sits about 925 miles southwest of Albany, which makes this an interstate relocation from New York to Georgia that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,880 to $7,260 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 39 min.

On the Albany side there are 243 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (100 of them authorized for interstate work), and 200 around Augusta (127 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Augusta.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and Augusta about 201,999. Albany is considerably denser (4,637 people per square mile versus 668), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Georgia than in New York, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Albany to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 925 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,950 $2,380 $2,900
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,930 $3,570 $4,360
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,880 $5,950 $7,260
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,810 $9,520 $11,620
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,740 $13,090 $15,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,980

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,850–$2,710

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,880–$7,260

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Albany, NY → Augusta, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Albany (origin)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3598438
MC
1221364
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4434582
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
31675
MC
47624
Based in
Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
24402
MC
2221
Based in
Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1122518
MC
456426
Based in
Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT
3780759
MC
1353314
Based in
Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate
USDOT
502910
MC
257893
Based in
Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
134890
MC
141611
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

Near Augusta (destination)

Turner Transportation Specialists INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
627071
MC
141754
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (706) 722-0478 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chancey'S Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
514650
MC
654579
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (706) 796-1642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adsi Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
754250
MC
341078
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (706) 793-0186 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckaugusta

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC

USDOT
955615
MC
408946
Based in
Augusta, GA 30909 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (706) 364-1754 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & S Transfer Companyinc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
92748
MC
129267
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (706) 722-7582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Time Transportation & Leasing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
387338
MC
220857
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (706) 722-5448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Freight Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2174279
MC
869487
Based in
Hephzibah, GA 30815 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (706) 829-3538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scotts Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4348219
MC
1699797
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (706) 306-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 200 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albany to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,950 to $2,900 for a studio, $2,930 to $4,360 for a one-bedroom, $4,880 to $7,260 for a two-bedroom, $7,810 to $11,620 for a three-bedroom and $10,740 to $15,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Albany?

About 925 road miles (784 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from New York into Georgia makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Albany to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,710. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Albany–Augusta corridor.