Birmingham, AL → Baton Rouge, LA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Birmingham to Baton Rouge

About 391 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,740–$4,070, delivery in 1–3 days, 395 carriers on the Birmingham side and 196 in Baton Rouge.

391 miroad distance
7 h 27 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,740–$4,0702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Birmingham, Alabama
To: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 391 miles (332 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 27 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 395 (208 interstate)
Movers at destination: 196 (102 interstate)

Reverse: Baton Rouge → Birmingham

The route from Birmingham, AL to Baton Rouge, LA covers roughly 391 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,740 to $4,070 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 7 h 27 min.

On the Birmingham side there are 395 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (208 of them authorized for interstate work), and 196 around Baton Rouge (102 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 Baton Rouge.

Birmingham has a population of about 195,893 and Baton Rouge about 222,795. Baton Rouge is the denser city (2,636 people per square mile versus 1,366 in Birmingham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Birmingham to Baton Rouge

Full-service estimate for 391 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,130	$1,370	$1,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,640	$2,000	$2,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,740	$3,340	$4,070
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,380	$5,340	$6,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,020	$7,340	$8,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$550–$780

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,010

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

Full-service mover

$2,740–$4,070

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Birmingham (origin)

Buddy Moore Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 843883
MC: 370920
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35222 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 359 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (205) 949-2260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dixie Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2263023
MC: 822669
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 117 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 841-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deep South Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tvs INC

USDOT: 273403
MC: 163871
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35204 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 109 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (205) 326-0490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Thrift Stores INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alabama Thrift Stores INC

USDOT: 446588
MC: 656355
Based in: Irondale, AL 35210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (205) 856-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Latitude Moving Admiral Movers Motivated Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move & Store LLC

USDOT: 2179652
MC: 765956
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35211 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (855) 624-4537 Route Verify on FMCSA

U-Haul

Licensed interstate

Legal name: U-Haul Company Of Alabama INC

USDOT: 428450
MC: 881025
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35216 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (602) 263-6811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers Of The South INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 187921
MC: 432768
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (205) 808-4915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thompson Delivery Services Colwright

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McCorquodale Transfer LLC

USDOT: 713589
MC: 352161
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35203 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (205) 870-7474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 395 movers in Birmingham

Near Baton Rouge (destination)

Ferrara Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1972988
MC: 698068
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70817 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (225) 757-5268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 348258
MC: 652592
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (225) 444-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derashnie Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1209842
MC: 481164
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70805 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 64 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (225) 346-6760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosco Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532960
MC: 1176827
Based in: Port Allen, LA 70767 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (225) 228-2773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Double F Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1447929
MC: 547179
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (225) 408-3558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hwj Legacy LLC

USDOT: 2147737
MC: 746991
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (205) 412-6757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb3 Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4209169
MC: 1628424
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (225) 268-9184 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Baton Rouge LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1980694
MC: 701686
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 196 movers in Baton Rouge

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Baton Rouge: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Birmingham to Baton Rouge?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,130 to $1,670 for a studio, $1,640 to $2,440 for a one-bedroom, $2,740 to $4,070 for a two-bedroom, $4,380 to $6,510 for a three-bedroom and $6,020 to $8,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Baton Rouge from Birmingham?

About 391 road miles (332 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 27 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 Alabama into Louisiana 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 Birmingham to Baton Rouge?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $550 to $780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,010. 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 Birmingham–Baton Rouge corridor.