Bethlehem, PA → Hyannis, MA · Regional long-distance move
About 319 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,000–$4,470, delivery in 1–3 days, 402 carriers on the Bethlehem side and 65 in Hyannis.
Moving from Bethlehem to Hyannis is a regional long-distance move of roughly 319 road miles, heading east from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts.
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 $3,000 to $4,470 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 6 h 12 min.
On the Bethlehem side there are 402 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (297 of them authorized for interstate work), and 65 around Hyannis (29 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 Hyannis.
Bethlehem has a population of about 78,000 and Hyannis about 14,000. Bethlehem is considerably denser (3,964 people per square mile versus 240), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,010 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,800 | $2,200 | $2,680 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,000 | $3,660 | $4,470 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,800 | $5,860 | $7,150 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,610 | $8,060 | $9,830 |
$480–$670
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,300–$1,920
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,000–$4,470
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 $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $1,800 to $2,680 for a one-bedroom, $3,000 to $4,470 for a two-bedroom, $4,800 to $7,150 for a three-bedroom and $6,610 to $9,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 319 road miles (270 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 12 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania into Massachusetts 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,920. 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 Bethlehem–Hyannis corridor.