Frankfort, KY → Cincinnati, OH · Short-haul move

Movers from Frankfort to Cincinnati

About 80 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,300–$1,940, delivery in 1–2 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 558 in Cincinnati.

80 miroad distance
2 h 5 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,300–$1,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frankfort, Kentucky
To: Cincinnati, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 80 miles (68 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 5 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 558 (420 interstate)

Reverse: Cincinnati → Frankfort

Moving from Frankfort to Cincinnati is a short-haul move of roughly 80 road miles, heading north from Kentucky to Ohio.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 5 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,300 and $1,940, before packing or storage.

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 558 around Cincinnati (420 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 Cincinnati.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Cincinnati about 314,367. Cincinnati is the denser city (3,976 people per square mile versus 1,936 in Frankfort), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Frankfort to Cincinnati

Full-service estimate for 80 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$740	$900	$1,100
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$840	$1,020	$1,250
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,960	$2,390	$2,910
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,850	$3,480	$4,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,300–$1,940

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 Cincinnati (destination)

Kfn

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Kroger Fulfillment Network LLC

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

Call (513) 762-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kroger Brokerage Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Kroger Dedicated Logistics Company

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

Call (513) 530-7339 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (513) 460-9996 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (513) 916-3232 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (513) 741-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (646) 540-3983 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (513) 918-0810 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (407) 420-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 558 movers in Cincinnati

Tips for this move

Check Kentucky intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Frankfort and Cincinnati is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $740 to $1,100 for a studio, $840 to $1,250 for a one-bedroom, $1,300 to $1,940 for a two-bedroom, $1,960 to $2,910 for a three-bedroom and $2,850 to $4,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cincinnati from Frankfort?

About 80 road miles (68 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Kentucky into Ohio 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 Cincinnati?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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–Cincinnati corridor.