Birmingham, AL → St. George, UT · Cross-country move

Movers from Birmingham to St. George

About 1,799 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,080–$9,050, delivery in 5–10 days, 395 carriers on the Birmingham side and 70 in St. George.

1,799 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,080–$9,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Birmingham, Alabama
To: St. George, Utah
Road distance: ≈ 1,799 miles (1,525 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 395 (208 interstate)
Movers at destination: 70 (45 interstate)

Reverse: St. George → Birmingham

St. George sits about 1,799 miles west of Birmingham, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Utah that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,080 to $9,050 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 driving days).

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 70 around St. George (45 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 St. George.

Birmingham has a population of about 195,893 and St. George about 108,713. The two cities have comparable density (1,366 and 1,215 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Utah 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 Birmingham to St. George

Full-service estimate for 1,799 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,430	$2,970	$3,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,650	$4,450	$5,430
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,080	$7,420	$9,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,730	$11,870	$14,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,380	$16,320	$19,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,450–$3,460

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

Portable container

$2,630–$3,860

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

Full-service mover

$6,080–$9,050

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

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Near St. George (destination)

Andrus Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 167651
MC: 160950
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 308 trucks, 337 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (435) 673-1566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parke Cox Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 123792
MC: 199145
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulevard Home Furnishings

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wittwer INC

USDOT: 321317
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (435) 986-3100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bakston Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 913315
MC: 395788
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (435) 673-7971 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surety Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jet Transport INC

USDOT: 2078094
MC: 725756
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (385) 246-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intellatrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2930684
MC: 989533
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 815-0833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1452313
MC: 548850
Based in: Saint George, UT 84770 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (877) 780-7466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jemmer Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1247534
MC: 661077
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (435) 673-4767 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 70 movers in St. George

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in St. George accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Birmingham to St. George?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,620 for a studio, $3,650 to $5,430 for a one-bedroom, $6,080 to $9,050 for a two-bedroom, $9,730 to $14,480 for a three-bedroom and $13,380 to $19,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. George from Birmingham?

About 1,799 road miles (1,525 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Utah 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 St. George?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,450 to $3,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,630 to $3,860. 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–St. George corridor.