Harrisburg, PA → Albany, NY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Albany

About 271 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,840–$4,220, delivery in 1–3 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 243 in Albany.

271 miroad distance
5 h 22 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,840–$4,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
To: Albany, New York
Road distance: ≈ 271 miles (230 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 22 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Harrisburg

Albany sits about 271 miles northeast of Harrisburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to New York that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,840 to $4,220 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 5 h 22 min.

On the Harrisburg side there are 251 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (179 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (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 Albany.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Albany about 101,698. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 4,637), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New York is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Harrisburg to Albany

Full-service estimate for 271 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,370	$1,660	$2,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,700	$2,080	$2,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,840	$3,460	$4,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,540	$5,540	$6,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,240	$7,610	$9,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$600

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,860

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

Full-service mover

$2,840–$4,220

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Harrisburg (origin)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 446997
MC: 242988
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (717) 920-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 338861
MC: 1099728
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (717) 561-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3153461
MC: 106240
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (717) 932-7874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1327266
MC: 512911
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 761-1349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1859053
MC: 672664
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 564-1835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bukhara USA Company

USDOT: 4125068
MC: 1578434
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (878) 978-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10676
MC: 1635833
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 774-7835 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836405
MC: 123813
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (717) 657-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Harrisburg to Albany?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $1,700 to $2,530 for a one-bedroom, $2,840 to $4,220 for a two-bedroom, $4,540 to $6,750 for a three-bedroom and $6,240 to $9,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Harrisburg?

About 271 road miles (230 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 22 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 Pennsylvania into New York 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 Harrisburg to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,860. 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 Harrisburg–Albany corridor.