Athens, GA → Savannah, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Athens to Savannah

About 217 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,310–$3,440, delivery in 1–2 days, 312 carriers on the Athens side and 285 in Savannah.

217 miroad distance
4 h 27 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,310–$3,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Athens, Georgia
To: Savannah, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 217 miles (184 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 27 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Georgia)
Movers at origin: 312 (166 interstate)
Movers at destination: 285 (170 interstate)

Reverse: Savannah → Athens

Savannah sits about 217 miles southeast of Athens, 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 $2,310 to $3,440 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 4 h 27 min.

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 285 around Savannah (170 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 Savannah.

Athens has a population of about 128,612 and Savannah about 149,440. The two cities have comparable density (1,095 and 1,384 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Athens to Savannah

Full-service estimate for 217 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,390	$1,690	$2,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,310	$2,820	$3,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,700	$4,520	$5,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,090	$6,210	$7,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$530

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,310–$3,440

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 Savannah (destination)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4329850
MC: 1690402
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (912) 940-6386 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1716174
MC: 629425
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (912) 629-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2422038
MC: 82976
Based in: Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (912) 748-7638 Route Verify on FMCSA

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Port City Logistics INC

USDOT: 949323
MC: 519914
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (912) 298-7150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2023162
MC: 711530
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (912) 450-0202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814696
MC: 222137
Based in: Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (912) 964-1303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3176566
MC: 122866
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 483-1443 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261996
MC: 178110
Based in: Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (912) 232-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 285 movers in Savannah

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Athens to Savannah?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,310 to $3,440 for a two-bedroom, $3,700 to $5,510 for a three-bedroom and $5,090 to $7,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Savannah from Athens?

About 217 road miles (184 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 27 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

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

No. Because both Athens and Savannah 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 Savannah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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–Savannah corridor.