Alpharetta, GA → Augusta, GA · Regional long-distance move
About 160 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,110–$3,140, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,260 carriers on the Alpharetta side and 200 in Augusta.
Augusta sits about 160 miles east of Alpharetta, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,110 to $3,140 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 28 min.
On the Alpharetta side there are 1,260 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (604 of them authorized for interstate work), and 200 around Augusta (127 interstate). For an in-state 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.
Alpharetta has a population of about 68,000 and Augusta about 201,999. Alpharetta is considerably denser (2,447 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,210 | $1,470 | $1,790 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,270 | $1,550 | $1,890 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,110 | $2,580 | $3,140 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,380 | $4,120 | $5,030 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,650 | $5,670 | $6,920 |
$310–$440
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,160–$1,710
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,110–$3,140
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,270 to $1,890 for a one-bedroom, $2,110 to $3,140 for a two-bedroom, $3,380 to $5,030 for a three-bedroom and $4,650 to $6,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 160 road miles (135 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 28 min.
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.
No. Because both Alpharetta and Augusta are in Georgia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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.
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 Alpharetta–Augusta corridor.