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Frankfort, KY → Huntington, WV · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Frankfort to Huntington

About 157 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,950–$2,900, delivery in 1–2 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 35 in Huntington.

  • 157 miroad distance
  • 3 h 24 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,950–$2,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 157 miles (133 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 24 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
35 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Huntington → Frankfort

Moving from Frankfort to Huntington is a regional long-distance move of roughly 157 road miles, heading east from Kentucky to West Virginia.

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 $1,950 to $2,900 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 3 h 24 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 35 around Huntington (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 Huntington.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Huntington about 45,000. Huntington is the denser city (2,888 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 Huntington

Full-service estimate for 157 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,120 $1,370 $1,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $1,950 $2,380 $2,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,120 $3,810 $4,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,290 $5,240 $6,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$1,950–$2,900

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Frankfort, KY → Huntington, WV. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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 Huntington (destination)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
447347
MC
288128
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2549718
MC
888099
Based in
Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
63078
MC
29666
Based in
Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT
1439738
Based in
Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT
587135
MC
240681
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1338118
MC
516102
Based in
Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3741195
MC
1324436
Based in
Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4260306
MC
1652790
Based in
Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,120 to $1,670 for a studio, $1,170 to $1,740 for a one-bedroom, $1,950 to $2,900 for a two-bedroom, $3,120 to $4,650 for a three-bedroom and $4,290 to $6,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Huntington from Frankfort?

About 157 road miles (133 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 24 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Kentucky into West Virginia 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 Huntington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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–Huntington corridor.