Grand Rapids, MI → Lansing, MI · Short-haul move

Movers from Grand Rapids to Lansing

About 68 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,300–$1,930, delivery in 1–2 days, 322 carriers on the Grand Rapids side and 152 in Lansing.

68 miroad distance
1 h 52 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,300–$1,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Rapids, Michigan
To: Lansing, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 68 miles (58 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 52 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Michigan)
Movers at origin: 322 (185 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (54 interstate)

Reverse: Lansing → Grand Rapids

Moving from Grand Rapids to Lansing is a short-haul move of roughly 68 road miles, heading east within Michigan.

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 1 h 52 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,300 and $1,930, before packing or storage.

On the Grand Rapids side there are 322 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (185 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Lansing (54 interstate). For an in-state 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 Lansing.

Grand Rapids has a population of about 201,183 and Lansing about 113,884. Grand Rapids is considerably denser (4,440 people per square mile versus 2,881), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Grand Rapids to Lansing

Full-service estimate for 68 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$720	$880	$1,080
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$830	$1,010	$1,230
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,300	$1,580	$1,930
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,960	$2,390	$2,920
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,870	$3,500	$4,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,300–$1,930

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Grand Rapids (origin)

Sweet Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1128178
MC: 459522
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 429 trucks, 325 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (616) 241-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mdv Spartannash LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2552754
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49518 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 278 trucks, 278 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (402) 999-2119 Verify on FMCSA

M C Van Kampen Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 169993
MC: 147601
Based in: Wyoming, MI 49548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 196 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (616) 531-9931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spartannash

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gtl Truck Lines INC

USDOT: 238700
MC: 166314
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49518 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 187 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (616) 878-8589 Verify on FMCSA

Van Eerden Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 179734
MC: 150247
Based in: Byron Center, MI 49315 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 175 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (616) 877-0192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Holland Special Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hsd Operations INC

USDOT: 2839570
MC: 950826
Based in: Hudsonville, MI 49426 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (616) 667-5100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Split Rock

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ever Fresh Farms Transportation INC

USDOT: 473115
MC: 251709
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49508 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (616) 530-0005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jvc Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1260191
MC: 492555
Based in: Byron Center, MI 49315 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 322 movers in Grand Rapids

Near Lansing (destination)

Primetime Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4220939
MC: 1631477
Based in: Okemos, MI 48864 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (517) 512-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pat Reilly Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mann Trucking Services INC

USDOT: 1399146
MC: 680382
Based in: Lansing, MI 48911 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (517) 485-9240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Janmac Expedited Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1196471
MC: 477269
Based in: Lansing, MI 48917 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (678) 758-8142 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2117524
MC: 738163
Based in: Williamston, MI 48895 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (888) 649-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Greater Lansing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Eberly Transportation LLC

USDOT: 652129
Based in: Lansing, MI 48911 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise K Ic Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2535712
MC: 881706
Based in: Lansing, MI 48906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (517) 708-8189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsley Moving Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1890987
MC: 682343
Based in: Lansing, MI 48912 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (517) 372-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Springs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4292165
MC: 1670295
Based in: Lansing, MI 48910 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (813) 562-9810 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Lansing

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Lansing with daylight to spare.
Check Michigan 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Grand Rapids to Lansing?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $720 to $1,080 for a studio, $830 to $1,230 for a one-bedroom, $1,300 to $1,930 for a two-bedroom, $1,960 to $2,920 for a three-bedroom and $2,870 to $4,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lansing from Grand Rapids?

About 68 road miles (58 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 52 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Grand Rapids and Lansing are in Michigan, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Grand Rapids to Lansing?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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 Grand Rapids–Lansing corridor.