Frankfort, KY → Annapolis, MD · Long-distance move

Movers from Frankfort to Annapolis

About 536 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,510–$5,220, delivery in 2–5 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 199 in Annapolis.

536 miroad distance
9 h 57 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,510–$5,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frankfort, Kentucky
To: Annapolis, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 536 miles (455 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 57 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 199 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Annapolis → Frankfort

The route from Frankfort, KY to Annapolis, MD covers roughly 536 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 $3,510 to $5,220 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 9 h 57 min.

On the Frankfort side there are 50 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 199 around Annapolis (100 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 Annapolis.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Annapolis about 41,000. Annapolis is the denser city (5,664 people per square mile versus 1,936 in Frankfort), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Frankfort to Annapolis

Full-service estimate for 536 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,710	$2,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,100	$2,570	$3,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,510	$4,280	$5,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,610	$6,840	$8,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,710	$9,410	$11,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$3,510–$5,220

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Frankfort (origin)

Interstate Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892639
MC: 731059
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (888) 366-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmickle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 724673
MC: 331986
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (859) 873-9570 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3892955
MC: 1431818
Based in: Stamping Grand, KY 40379 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (859) 536-3784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport 1 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048608
MC: 48647
Based in: Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (605) 929-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2867908
MC: 961069
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (859) 208-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

R&ck Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3976848
MC: 1487757
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (502) 320-6093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tws Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4156387
MC: 1596530
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 242-6881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Syga Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4337559
MC: 1694350
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (786) 918-7215 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Frankfort

Near Annapolis (destination)

Dd&s Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 361802
MC: 326288
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (202) 696-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Red Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3440755
MC: 1130653
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21409 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 703-3998 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parks Excavating & Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 942867
MC: 1682505
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (410) 867-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dafi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Deale Aquaculture Farm INC

USDOT: 842049
MC: 1026604
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (240) 351-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

B T Curtis Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 828375
MC: 526326
Based in: Crownsville, MD 21032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (410) 787-8385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-One Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1039352
MC: 461680
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (410) 729-1729 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tomi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4150525
MC: 1641330
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (301) 456-5407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pretty Little Wedding Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pretty Little Weddings LLC

USDOT: 3560128
MC: 1668215
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (410) 310-0396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 199 movers in Annapolis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frankfort to Annapolis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,090 for a studio, $2,100 to $3,130 for a one-bedroom, $3,510 to $5,220 for a two-bedroom, $5,610 to $8,350 for a three-bedroom and $7,710 to $11,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Annapolis from Frankfort?

About 536 road miles (455 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 57 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 Kentucky 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 Frankfort to Annapolis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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 Frankfort–Annapolis corridor.