Bowling Green, KY → Worcester, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bowling Green to Worcester

About 1,013 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,930–$7,340, delivery in 3–7 days, 128 carriers on the Bowling Green side and 226 in Worcester.

1,013 miroad distance
18 h 10 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,930–$7,3402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bowling Green, Kentucky
To: Worcester, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 1,013 miles (859 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 10 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 128 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination: 226 (135 interstate)

Reverse: Worcester → Bowling Green

Moving from Bowling Green to Worcester is a long-distance move of roughly 1,013 road miles, heading northeast from Kentucky 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 $4,930 to $7,340 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 10 min.

On the Bowling Green side there are 128 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (97 of them authorized for interstate work), and 226 around Worcester (135 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 Worcester.

Bowling Green has a population of about 76,000 and Worcester about 213,862. Worcester is the denser city (5,522 people per square mile versus 1,742 in Bowling Green), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Bowling Green to Worcester

Full-service estimate for 1,013 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,970	$2,410	$2,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,960	$3,610	$4,400
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,930	$6,020	$7,340
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,890	$9,630	$11,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,860	$13,240	$16,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,930–$7,340

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Bowling Green (origin)

As Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2184631
MC: 758488
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (270) 780-5201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taz Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Taz Trucking INC

USDOT: 1268158
MC: 492697
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 93 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (270) 782-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluegrass Dedicated LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159714
MC: 750623
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 92 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (502) 957-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Star Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2369624
MC: 812858
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1632617
MC: 602053
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (270) 796-8861 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1349293
MC: 545266
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (270) 991-1753 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2116677
MC: 737785
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (270) 320-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emirate Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2592057
MC: 909331
Based in: Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (270) 799-9769 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 128 movers in Bowling Green

Near Worcester (destination)

Cumberland Farms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 17902
MC: 167834
Based in: Westboro, MA 01581 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 206 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (508) 270-7203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intransit Container LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 536660
MC: 267848
Based in: Worcester, MA 01607 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (508) 752-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

L&s Transportation Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 7378699
Based in: Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (774) 303-7984 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piece By Piece Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Piece By Piece Movers LLC

USDOT: 1971286
MC: 697653
Based in: Clinton, MA 01510 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (617) 515-9886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dn Van Lines Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dn Van Lines INC

USDOT: 1141917
MC: 462886
Based in: Northborough, MA 01532 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 516-6837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pegasus Courier Limo

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4211468
MC: 1626380
Based in: Worcester, MA 01605 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (508) 769-9667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Worcester County Air Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 255214
MC: 202018
Based in: Auburn, MA 01501 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (508) 755-8572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oscar'S Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oscar'S Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 1637689
MC: 633243
Based in: Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (617) 202-9566 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 226 movers in Worcester

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Worcester if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bowling Green to Worcester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,970 to $2,940 for a studio, $2,960 to $4,400 for a one-bedroom, $4,930 to $7,340 for a two-bedroom, $7,890 to $11,750 for a three-bedroom and $10,860 to $16,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Worcester from Bowling Green?

About 1,013 road miles (859 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Kentucky 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bowling Green to Worcester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,830. 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 Bowling Green–Worcester corridor.