Frankfort, KY → Frederick, MD · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Frankfort to Frederick

About 484 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,360–$5,000, delivery in 1–3 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 300 in Frederick.

484 miroad distance
9 h 3 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,360–$5,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frankfort, Kentucky
To: Frederick, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 484 miles (410 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 3 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 300 (201 interstate)

Reverse: Frederick → Frankfort

The route from Frankfort, KY to Frederick, MD covers roughly 484 miles by road, a east-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 $3,360 to $5,000 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 3 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 300 around Frederick (201 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 Frederick.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Frederick about 85,000. Frederick is the denser city (3,262 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 Frederick

Full-service estimate for 484 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,340	$1,640	$2,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,010	$2,460	$3,000
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,360	$4,100	$5,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,370	$6,550	$7,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,390	$9,010	$10,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,360–$5,000

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 Frederick (destination)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779557
MC: 936752
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (443) 836-5232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service Master

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Vintage Cleaning Corp INC

USDOT: 1022130
MC: 664497
Based in: Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 972-9100 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1063127
MC: 915561
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 668-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Holler Contracting

USDOT: 1500152
MC: 1089742
Based in: Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (301) 898-8780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441070
MC: 241863
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (301) 694-3366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1131819
MC: 460859
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (301) 620-1609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8211973
MC: 88161384
Based in: New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 888-4905 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4229009
MC: 1635825
Based in: Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (443) 742-9459 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 300 movers in Frederick

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,340 to $2,000 for a studio, $2,010 to $3,000 for a one-bedroom, $3,360 to $5,000 for a two-bedroom, $5,370 to $7,990 for a three-bedroom and $7,390 to $10,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Frederick from Frankfort?

About 484 road miles (410 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Frederick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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–Frederick corridor.