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Montpelier, VT

Davenport, IA → Montpelier, VT · Long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Montpelier

About 1,097 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,810–$7,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 33 in Montpelier.

  • 1,097 miroad distance
  • 19 h 37 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,810–$7,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,097 miles (930 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 37 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
33 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Montpelier → Davenport

The route from Davenport, IA to Montpelier, VT covers roughly 1,097 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,810 to $7,160 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 19 h 37 min.

On the Davenport side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (78 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Montpelier (21 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 Montpelier.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Montpelier about 8,000. Davenport is considerably denser (1,594 people per square mile versus 803), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Vermont is a higher-cost state than Iowa, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Montpelier

Full-service estimate for 1,097 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,930 $2,350 $2,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,890 $3,520 $4,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,810 $5,870 $7,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,700 $9,390 $11,460
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,590 $12,920 $15,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,580–$2,230

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

Portable container

$2,000–$2,940

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

Full-service mover

$4,810–$7,160

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 Davenport (origin)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3205071
MC
1398328
Based in
Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2525328
MC
716792
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2453637
MC
847181
Based in
Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9539980
MC
94140758
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1731359
MC
634361
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT
873780
MC
693855
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1708832
MC
627000
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3357533
MC
1074590
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

Near Montpelier (destination)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
86320
MC
116362
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
309032
MC
1610426
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2569886
MC
898110
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4580446
MC
1823242
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT
2301137
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2403110
Based in
Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
472791
MC
966576
Based in
Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davenport to Montpelier?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,930 to $2,870 for a studio, $2,890 to $4,300 for a one-bedroom, $4,810 to $7,160 for a two-bedroom, $7,700 to $11,460 for a three-bedroom and $10,590 to $15,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montpelier from Davenport?

About 1,097 road miles (930 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 37 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 Iowa 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 Davenport to Montpelier?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,580 to $2,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,000 to $2,940. 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 Davenport–Montpelier corridor.