Ann Arbor, MI

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

Movers from Binghamton to Ann Arbor

About 473 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,600–$5,350, delivery in 1–3 days, 77 carriers on the Binghamton side and 229 in Ann Arbor.

  • 473 miroad distance
  • 8 h 51 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,600–$5,3502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 473 miles (400 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h 51 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
77 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination
229 (112 interstate)

Reverse: Ann Arbor → Binghamton

Ann Arbor sits about 473 miles west of Binghamton, which makes this an interstate relocation from New York to Michigan 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 $3,600 to $5,350 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 51 min.

On the Binghamton side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 229 around Ann Arbor (112 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 Ann Arbor.

Binghamton has a population of about 47,000 and Ann Arbor about 122,233. The two cities have comparable density (4,578 and 4,392 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Michigan than in New York, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Binghamton to Ann Arbor

Full-service estimate for 473 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,440 $1,750 $2,140
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,160 $2,630 $3,210
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,600 $4,390 $5,350
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,760 $7,020 $8,560
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,910 $9,650 $11,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$790–$1,110

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

Portable container

$1,440–$2,120

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

Full-service mover

$3,600–$5,350

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

Moving cost calculator

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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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Binghamton (origin)

Willow Run Foods Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
27814
MC
249740
Based in
Kirkwood, NY 13795 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 153 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Rogers Service Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
15059
MC
105117
Based in
Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Coachmaster Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
534719
MC
154046
Based in
Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Binghamton-Ithaca Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
163487
MC
217257
Based in
Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

U Save Auto Rental Repair

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1348719
MC
518757
Based in
Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Dimon & Bacorn Co Of Binghamton

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
15010
MC
79862
Based in
Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Rogers Industrial Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
843385
MC
372490
Based in
Binghamton, NY 13903 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Bk Energy INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2061721
MC
796019
Based in
Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 77 movers in Binghamton

Near Ann Arbor (destination)

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

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

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

Saint Joseph Express

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

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

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

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

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate
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

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,140 for a studio, $2,160 to $3,210 for a one-bedroom, $3,600 to $5,350 for a two-bedroom, $5,760 to $8,560 for a three-bedroom and $7,910 to $11,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ann Arbor from Binghamton?

About 473 road miles (400 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 51 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 New York into Michigan 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 Binghamton to Ann Arbor?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $790 to $1,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,440 to $2,120. 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 Binghamton–Ann Arbor corridor.