Baltimore, MD

Cincinnati, OH → Baltimore, MD · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Cincinnati to Baltimore

About 499 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,460–$5,150, delivery in 1–3 days, 558 carriers on the Cincinnati side and 1,335 in Baltimore.

  • 499 miroad distance
  • 9 h 18 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,460–$5,1502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 499 miles (423 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 18 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
558 (420 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,335 (786 interstate)

Reverse: Baltimore → Cincinnati

Moving from Cincinnati to Baltimore is a regional long-distance move of roughly 499 road miles, heading east from Ohio to Maryland.

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 $3,460 to $5,150 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 9 h 18 min.

On the Cincinnati side there are 558 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (420 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,335 around Baltimore (786 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 Baltimore.

Cincinnati has a population of about 314,367 and Baltimore about 569,997. Baltimore is the denser city (7,240 people per square mile versus 3,976 in Cincinnati), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Cincinnati to Baltimore

Full-service estimate for 499 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,390 $1,690 $2,060
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,080 $2,530 $3,090
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,460 $4,220 $5,150
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,540 $6,760 $8,240
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,620 $9,290 $11,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$3,460–$5,150

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 Cincinnati (origin)

Kfn

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
81583
MC
317346
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,152 trucks, 2,170 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Kroger Brokerage Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
624483
MC
298044
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
455 trucks, 601 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Procter & Gamble Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3310065
MC
1124535
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
425 trucks, 827 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Bogg Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3195710
MC
149749
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45212 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
321 trucks, 321 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Total Package Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
540855
MC
217127
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45247 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Obarker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3588162
MC
1214403
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45249 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Moon Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2800379
MC
935386
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45241 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Mco Express Orlando INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2456323
MC
848294
Based in
Springdale, OH 45246 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 558 movers in Cincinnati

Near Baltimore (destination)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215194
MC
155424
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
84666
MC
118899
Based in
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
110018
MC
170440
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917652
MC
396918
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3046843
MC
47885
Based in
Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2932214
MC
990235
Based in
Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328357
MC
511503
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
582826
MC
280577
Based in
Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cincinnati to Baltimore?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,390 to $2,060 for a studio, $2,080 to $3,090 for a one-bedroom, $3,460 to $5,150 for a two-bedroom, $5,540 to $8,240 for a three-bedroom and $7,620 to $11,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Baltimore from Cincinnati?

About 499 road miles (423 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 18 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 Ohio into Maryland 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 Cincinnati to Baltimore?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,150. 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 Cincinnati–Baltimore corridor.