Athens, GA → Sandy Springs, GA · Short-haul move

Movers from Athens to Sandy Springs

About 68 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,310–$1,950, delivery in 1–2 days, 312 carriers on the Athens side and 1,111 in Sandy Springs.

68 miroad distance
1 h 52 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,310–$1,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Athens, Georgia
To: Sandy Springs, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 68 miles (57 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 52 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Georgia)
Movers at origin: 312 (166 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,111 (515 interstate)

Reverse: Sandy Springs → Athens

The route from Athens, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers roughly 68 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 52 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,310 and $1,950, before packing or storage.

On the Athens side there are 312 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (166 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,111 around Sandy Springs (515 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 Sandy Springs.

Athens has a population of about 128,612 and Sandy Springs about 105,013. Sandy Springs is the denser city (2,867 people per square mile versus 1,095 in Athens), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Athens to Sandy Springs

Full-service estimate for 68 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$730	$890	$1,090
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$840	$1,020	$1,240
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,310	$1,600	$1,950
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,980	$2,410	$2,950
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,900	$3,540	$4,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,310–$1,950

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Athens (origin)

Lindsay Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 830257
MC: 468785
Based in: Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (706) 549-8902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Keeling Group LLC

USDOT: 1142555
MC: 454168
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (706) 227-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

University Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gee Transport INC

USDOT: 864502
MC: 667732
Based in: Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (706) 353-1141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Puff Land

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crawford Handling LLC

USDOT: 4253552
MC: 1649165
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (706) 201-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1810822
MC: 676733
Based in: Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (706) 354-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duncan Transportation Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2056835
MC: 719961
Based in: Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (706) 424-6740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Albany

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sullivan Brothers Ventures INC

USDOT: 4339831
MC: 1728857
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (229) 329-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Transport Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3965988
MC: 1480525
Based in: Athens, GA 30601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (706) 352-1434 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 312 movers in Athens

Near Sandy Springs (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Home Depot USA INC

USDOT: 334286
MC: 1060197
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (770) 600-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT: 850629
MC: 370668
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tq Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 767495
MC: 344964
Based in: Marietta, GA 30064 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 188 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (770) 426-8050 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233221
MC: 1727004
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (770) 779-4332 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssb Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1041301
MC: 664290
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30326 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (404) 534-5654 Route Verify on FMCSA

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genuine Parts Company

USDOT: 3774
MC: 168488
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (678) 934-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1187702
MC: 469637
Based in: Doraville, GA 30340 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251051
MC: 1023120
Based in: Duluth, GA 30096 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,111 movers in Sandy Springs

Tips for this move

Check Georgia intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Athens and Sandy Springs is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Athens to Sandy Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $730 to $1,090 for a studio, $840 to $1,240 for a one-bedroom, $1,310 to $1,950 for a two-bedroom, $1,980 to $2,950 for a three-bedroom and $2,900 to $4,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sandy Springs from Athens?

About 68 road miles (57 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Athens and Sandy Springs 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Athens to Sandy Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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 Athens–Sandy Springs corridor.