Burlington, VT → Saratoga Springs, NY · Short-haul move

Movers from Burlington to Saratoga Springs

About 120 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,280–$3,400, delivery in 1–2 days, 73 carriers on the Burlington side and 77 in Saratoga Springs.

120 miroad distance
2 h 46 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,280–$3,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Burlington, Vermont
To: Saratoga Springs, New York
Road distance: ≈ 120 miles (102 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 46 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 73 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 77 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Saratoga Springs → Burlington

The route from Burlington, VT to Saratoga Springs, NY covers roughly 120 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 46 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,280 and $3,400, before packing or storage.

On the Burlington side there are 73 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 77 around Saratoga Springs (34 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 Saratoga Springs.

Burlington has a population of about 45,000 and Saratoga Springs about 29,000. Burlington is considerably denser (4,343 people per square mile versus 1,015), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New York is a higher-cost state than Vermont, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Burlington to Saratoga Springs

Full-service estimate for 120 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,280	$2,780	$3,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,650	$4,450	$5,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,020	$6,130	$7,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,280–$3,400

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 Burlington (origin)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2529848
MC: 879056
Based in: Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 434207
MC: 190629
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2939394
MC: 997036
Based in: Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86326
MC: 105506
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 344283
MC: 537847
Based in: Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586862
MC: 907740
Based in: Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1665580
MC: 670173
Based in: Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT: 786533
MC: 437707
Based in: South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

Near Saratoga Springs (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arnoff Moving & Storage Of Albany INC

USDOT: 1041699
MC: 422644
Based in: Malta, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (518) 553-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics One Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 566783
MC: 275859
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (518) 587-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sacandaga Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3959312
MC: 1521636
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (518) 577-4365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trackvista

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4290734
MC: 1669439
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (518) 620-3766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paradigm Property Preservation Incorporated

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4098912
Based in: Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (518) 570-0991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tom Clothier Jr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355971
MC: 944300
Based in: Stillwater, NY 12170 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Henry J Moak Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry J Moak

USDOT: 146126
Based in: Schuylerville, NY 12871 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 744-4683 Route Verify on FMCSA

North West Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Marina Shlomovich

USDOT: 1483043
MC: 889880
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (518) 848-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Saratoga Springs

Tips for this move

Check Vermont intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Burlington and Saratoga Springs is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Burlington to Saratoga Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,080 for a one-bedroom, $2,280 to $3,400 for a two-bedroom, $3,650 to $5,430 for a three-bedroom and $5,020 to $7,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Saratoga Springs from Burlington?

About 120 road miles (102 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 46 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Vermont into New York 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 Burlington to Saratoga Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Burlington–Saratoga Springs corridor.