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Clinton, MI → Traverse City, MI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Clinton to Traverse City

About 239 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,370–$3,520, delivery in 1–2 days, 58 carriers on the Clinton side and 53 in Traverse City.

  • 239 miroad distance
  • 4 h 49 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,370–$3,5202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 239 miles (203 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 49 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Michigan)
Movers at origin
58 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination
53 (19 interstate)

Reverse: Traverse City → Clinton

The route from Clinton, MI to Traverse City, MI covers roughly 239 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,370 to $3,520 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 49 min.

On the Clinton side there are 58 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 53 around Traverse City (19 interstate). For an in-state 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 Traverse City.

Clinton has a population of about 101,374 and Traverse City about 16,000. Clinton is considerably denser (3,590 people per square mile versus 1,894), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Clinton to Traverse City

Full-service estimate for 239 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,190 $1,460 $1,780
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,420 $1,730 $2,110
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,520
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,790 $4,620 $5,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,210 $6,350 $7,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$400–$560

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

Portable container

$1,230–$1,810

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

Full-service mover

$2,370–$3,520

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 Clinton (origin)

Cotuna Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2004222
MC
707259
Based in
Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (734) 945-0826 Route Verify on FMCSA

Martys Landscape Design Group LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2206751
Based in
Tipton, MI 49287 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (419) 576-9661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank Hunter & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
71985
MC
107677
Based in
Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (517) 263-1859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bauer Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2563357
MC
894741
Based in
Tipton, MI 49287 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (734) 478-5260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Samdel Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2642998
MC
921346
Based in
Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (586) 713-9781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Home Appliance Mart

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1246316
Based in
Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (734) 669-9500 Route Verify on FMCSA

A J Brady Underground

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1687179
Based in
Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (517) 424-4040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safeway Moving And Storage INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1681146
Based in
Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (517) 265-1368 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Clinton

Near Traverse City (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nordic Movers INC

USDOT
1469296
MC
554951
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49684 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (231) 947-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denoyer Brothers Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
381828
MC
134935
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49684 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (231) 946-4550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cj Schueller LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
886575
MC
1652579
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49685 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (231) 313-6085 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reliance Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2414628
MC
831188
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49685 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (231) 403-9030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bayside Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Able Forwarders INC

USDOT
882204
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49684 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (231) 946-4593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alfarhan Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4172233
MC
1604996
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49684 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (313) 398-8488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grey Kitty Labs LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4312292
MC
1681000
Based in
Traverse City, MI 49685 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (425) 698-8595 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willow Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4051865
MC
1535580
Based in
Interlochen, MI 49643 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (231) 632-7020 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Traverse City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clinton to Traverse City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,420 to $2,110 for a one-bedroom, $2,370 to $3,520 for a two-bedroom, $3,790 to $5,640 for a three-bedroom and $5,210 to $7,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Traverse City from Clinton?

About 239 road miles (203 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 49 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Clinton and Traverse City are in Michigan, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Clinton to Traverse City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,810. 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 Clinton–Traverse City corridor.