Albany, NY → South Fulton, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Albany to South Fulton

About 1,008 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,110–$7,600, delivery in 3–7 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

1,008 miroad distance
18 h 5 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,110–$7,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Albany, New York
To: South Fulton, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 1,008 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 5 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Albany

South Fulton sits about 1,008 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 $5,110 to $7,600 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 5 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 1,228 around South Fulton (556 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 South Fulton.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and South Fulton about 112,820. Albany is considerably denser (4,637 people per square mile versus 1,261), 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 South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 1,008 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,060	$3,740	$4,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,110	$6,230	$7,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,170	$9,960	$12,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,240	$13,700	$16,720

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$5,110–$7,600

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

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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 South Fulton (destination)

Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lss28 Transportation & Logistics LLC

USDOT: 4445950
MC: 1751299
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (770) 862-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 617228
MC: 295835
Based in: Forest Park, GA 30297 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (770) 487-5618 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Seal Incnoble Sealbg INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Barnette Group INC

USDOT: 4163620
MC: 1600379
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (678) 223-3670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayside Global Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3450596
MC: 1123263
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Flood Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 977313
MC: 413332
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30336 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (404) 799-3744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dtm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Davidson Transportation Marketing INC

USDOT: 295252
MC: 870681
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (404) 761-6333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otad On Time Accurate Delivery

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3294182
MC: 1043650
Based in: Fayetteville, GA 30214 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (404) 536-0301 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 983994
MC: 417515
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30354 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (678) 365-5988 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,228 movers in South Fulton

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in South Fulton if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Near South Fulton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albany to South Fulton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,040 for a studio, $3,060 to $4,560 for a one-bedroom, $5,110 to $7,600 for a two-bedroom, $8,170 to $12,160 for a three-bedroom and $11,240 to $16,720 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Albany?

About 1,008 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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–South Fulton corridor.