Ann Arbor, MI → Syracuse, NY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Ann Arbor to Syracuse

About 459 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,540–$5,270, delivery in 1–3 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 195 in Syracuse.

459 miroad distance
8 h 37 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,540–$5,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ann Arbor, Michigan
To: Syracuse, New York
Road distance: ≈ 459 miles (389 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 37 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination: 195 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Syracuse → Ann Arbor

The route from Ann Arbor, MI to Syracuse, NY covers roughly 459 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 $3,540 to $5,270 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 37 min.

On the Ann Arbor side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (112 of them authorized for interstate work), and 195 around Syracuse (66 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 Syracuse.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and Syracuse about 144,896. Syracuse is the denser city (5,921 people per square mile versus 4,392 in Ann Arbor), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Ann Arbor to Syracuse

Full-service estimate for 459 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,130	$2,590	$3,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,670	$6,910	$8,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,790	$9,500	$11,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$770–$1,090

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

Portable container

$1,430–$2,100

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

Full-service mover

$3,540–$5,270

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ann Arbor (origin)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 241829
MC: 165377
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

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A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296052
MC: 192625
Based in: Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT: 186721
MC: 163645
Based in: Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3307370
MC: 1049987
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093121
MC: 73065
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454345
MC: 1125919
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 610538
MC: 293651
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT: 2974615
MC: 10764
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Near Syracuse (destination)

Byrne

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Byrne Dairy INC

USDOT: 507065
MC: 272793
Based in: Lafayette, NY 13084 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (315) 475-2111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kml Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2285191
MC: 783550
Based in: East Syracuse, NY 13057 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (315) 218-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

B&m Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2578746
MC: 902504
Based in: East Syracuse, NY 13057 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (315) 450-0214 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vansantis Development INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 619445
MC: 296470
Based in: Liverpool, NY 13090 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (315) 317-1179 Route Verify on FMCSA

River Valley Foods INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 334493
MC: 297076
Based in: Syracuse, NY 13206 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (315) 437-4636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 Bros Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1994986
MC: 966099
Based in: Minoa, NY 13116 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (315) 430-4014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atc Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1597065
MC: 590821
Based in: Syracuse, NY 13208 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (315) 399-5330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delaney Worldwide INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 561250
MC: 162076
Based in: Syracuse, NY 13209 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (315) 453-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 195 movers in Syracuse

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to Syracuse?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,420 to $2,110 for a studio, $2,130 to $3,160 for a one-bedroom, $3,540 to $5,270 for a two-bedroom, $5,670 to $8,430 for a three-bedroom and $7,790 to $11,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Syracuse from Ann Arbor?

About 459 road miles (389 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Michigan into New York 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 Ann Arbor to Syracuse?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $770 to $1,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,430 to $2,100. 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 Ann Arbor–Syracuse corridor.