Albany, NY → Brockton, MA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Albany to Brockton

About 174 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,670–$3,970, delivery in 1–2 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 288 in Brockton.

174 miroad distance
3 h 42 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,670–$3,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Albany, New York
To: Brockton, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 174 miles (147 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 42 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 288 (179 interstate)

Reverse: Brockton → Albany

The route from Albany, NY to Brockton, MA covers roughly 174 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,670 to $3,970 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 42 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 288 around Brockton (179 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 Brockton.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and Brockton about 106,134. The two cities have comparable density (4,637 and 4,960 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Albany to Brockton

Full-service estimate for 174 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,490	$1,820	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,270	$5,210	$6,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,870	$7,160	$8,740

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,180–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,670–$3,970

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

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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 Brockton (destination)

Redline Freight Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redline Freight Systems Corp

USDOT: 1293749
MC: 548616
Based in: Taunton, MA 02780 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (781) 815-1028 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abex Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1773017
MC: 647143
Based in: Readville, MA 02136 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (781) 848-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prime Home Delivery INC

USDOT: 2811653
MC: 937286
Based in: South Easton, MA 02375 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (860) 815-0728 Route Verify on FMCSA

G K Services & Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2342899
MC: 883303
Based in: Stoughton, MA 02072 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (781) 803-0679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgewater Farm Supply Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 31259
MC: 229107
Based in: Bridgewater, MA 02324 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (508) 697-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ambassador LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979090
MC: 13309
Based in: Sharon, MA 02067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (617) 418-0735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Removal Pro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2931829
MC: 1557840
Based in: Raynham, MA 02767 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (617) 504-2455 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 288 movers in Brockton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,210 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,670 to $3,970 for a two-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,350 for a three-bedroom and $5,870 to $8,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Brockton from Albany?

About 174 road miles (147 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 42 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Massachusetts 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 Brockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,730. 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–Brockton corridor.