Albany, NY → Burbank, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Albany to Burbank

About 2,892 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,950–$14,810, delivery in 7–14 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 896 in Burbank.

2,892 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,950–$14,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Albany, New York
To: Burbank, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,892 miles (2,451 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 896 (350 interstate)

Reverse: Burbank → Albany

The route from Albany, NY to Burbank, CA covers roughly 2,892 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,950 to $14,810 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 50 hours (6 driving days).

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 896 around Burbank (350 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 Burbank.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and Burbank about 102,988. Burbank is the denser city (6,204 people per square mile versus 4,637 in Albany), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Albany to Burbank

Full-service estimate for 2,892 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,980	$4,860	$5,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,970	$7,280	$8,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,950	$12,140	$14,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,930	$19,420	$23,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,900	$26,710	$32,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,020–$5,680

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

Portable container

$3,600–$5,300

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

Full-service mover

$9,950–$14,810

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

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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 Burbank (destination)

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zurich Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zurich Transport LLC

USDOT: 1848932
MC: 771392
Based in: Sylmar, CA 91342 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (310) 513-1348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4420956
MC: 1738102
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90029 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778992
MC: 648911
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90037 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saba Couriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3182236
MC: 127315
Based in: Burbank, CA 91505 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (818) 731-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhushe INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394426
MC: 1724213
Based in: Glendale, CA 91203 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (818) 640-2467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3410979
MC: 1099772
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90008 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (310) 508-6676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 896 movers in Burbank

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,980 to $5,920 for a studio, $5,970 to $8,890 for a one-bedroom, $9,950 to $14,810 for a two-bedroom, $15,930 to $23,700 for a three-bedroom and $21,900 to $32,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Burbank from Albany?

About 2,892 road miles (2,451 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Burbank?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,020 to $5,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,600 to $5,300. 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–Burbank corridor.