Burlington, VT

Cincinnati, OH → Burlington, VT · Long-distance move

Movers from Cincinnati to Burlington

About 811 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,150–$6,180, delivery in 2–5 days, 558 carriers on the Cincinnati side and 73 in Burlington.

  • 811 miroad distance
  • 14 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,150–$6,1802-bedroom estimate
Photo: Carol M. Highsmith · Public domain

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 811 miles (687 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
558 (420 interstate)
Movers at destination
73 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Burlington → Cincinnati

Burlington sits about 811 miles northeast of Cincinnati, which makes this an interstate relocation from Ohio to Vermont that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,150 to $6,180 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 41 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 73 around Burlington (39 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 Burlington.

Cincinnati has a population of about 314,367 and Burlington about 45,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,976 and 4,343 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Vermont 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 Burlington

Full-service estimate for 811 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,490 $3,040 $3,710
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,150 $5,070 $6,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,650 $8,110 $9,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,140 $11,140 $13,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,600

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,150–$6,180

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 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 Burlington (destination)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

All 73 movers in Burlington

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,490 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,150 to $6,180 for a two-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,890 for a three-bedroom and $9,140 to $13,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Burlington from Cincinnati?

About 811 road miles (687 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Vermont 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 Burlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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–Burlington corridor.