Auburn, AL → South Fulton, GA · Short-haul move

Movers from Auburn to South Fulton

About 104 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,840–$2,730, delivery in 1–2 days, 77 carriers on the Auburn side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

104 miroad distance
2 h 30 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,840–$2,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Auburn, Alabama
To: South Fulton, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 104 miles (88 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 30 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 77 (40 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Auburn

The route from Auburn, AL to South Fulton, GA covers roughly 104 miles by road, a northeast-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 2 h 30 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,840 and $2,730, before packing or storage.

On the Auburn side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (40 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.

Auburn has a population of about 80,000 and South Fulton about 112,820. The two cities have comparable density (1,219 and 1,261 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Georgia is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Auburn to South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 104 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,160	$1,410	$1,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,160	$1,410	$1,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$1,840	$2,240	$2,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,040	$4,930	$6,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$360

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$1,840–$2,730

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Auburn (origin)

Lambert Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 105783
MC: 60083
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 745-5706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cjr Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1416474
MC: 524357
Based in: Auburn, AL 36832 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 887-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Room2room Movers Auburn LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551493
MC: 1807653
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (334) 740-6184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Guys Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3141732
MC: 99697
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (334) 610-1593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Retriever Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4092410
MC: 1559321
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (334) 300-3138 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calixto & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4471066
MC: 1764614
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (334) 413-8822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randy Cottier

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 915147
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (334) 332-4975 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&ew Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&ew Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1452911
MC: 549044
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 663-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Auburn

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

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in South Fulton with daylight to spare.
Check Alabama 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.

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Near South Fulton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,160 to $1,720 for a one-bedroom, $1,840 to $2,730 for a two-bedroom, $2,940 to $4,370 for a three-bedroom and $4,040 to $6,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Auburn?

About 104 road miles (88 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 30 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Alabama 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 Auburn to South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,640. 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 Auburn–South Fulton corridor.