Dothan, AL

Harrisburg, PA → Dothan, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Dothan

About 927 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,220–$6,280, delivery in 2–5 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 112 in Dothan.

  • 927 miroad distance
  • 16 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,220–$6,2802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 927 miles (786 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination
112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Harrisburg

Moving from Harrisburg to Dothan is a long-distance move of roughly 927 road miles, heading southwest from Pennsylvania to Alabama.

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 $4,220 to $6,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 41 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 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Dothan about 72,000. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 791), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Pennsylvania, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Harrisburg to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 927 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,690 $2,060 $2,510
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,530 $3,090 $3,770
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,220 $5,150 $6,280
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,750 $8,230 $10,040
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,280 $11,320 $13,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,980

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

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

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

Full-service mover

$4,220–$6,280

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

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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 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

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

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

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

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

Buk Transportation

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

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

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

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

Near Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148986
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
256677
MC
115366
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2897746
MC
974169
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
457381
MC
246135
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357693
MC
507202
Based in
Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119395
MC
458318
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119412
MC
458326
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2785148
MC
928069
Based in
Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 112 movers in Dothan

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,690 to $2,510 for a studio, $2,530 to $3,770 for a one-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,280 for a two-bedroom, $6,750 to $10,040 for a three-bedroom and $9,280 to $13,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Harrisburg?

About 927 road miles (786 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Alabama 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 Dothan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. 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–Dothan corridor.