Huntington, WV

Harrisburg, PA → Huntington, WV · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Huntington

About 381 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,810–$4,170, delivery in 1–3 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 35 in Huntington.

  • 381 miroad distance
  • 7 h 16 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,810–$4,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 381 miles (323 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 16 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination
35 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Huntington → Harrisburg

Moving from Harrisburg to Huntington is a regional long-distance move of roughly 381 road miles, heading west from Pennsylvania 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 $2,810 to $4,170 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 7 h 16 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 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.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Huntington about 45,000. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 2,888), 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 West Virginia 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 Huntington

Full-service estimate for 381 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,680 $2,050 $2,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,810 $3,420 $4,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,490 $5,470 $6,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,170 $7,530 $9,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$760

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,000

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

Full-service mover

$2,810–$4,170

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Harrisburg, PA → 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 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 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

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

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

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1439738
Based in
Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
587135
MC
240681
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

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

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

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

All 35 movers in Huntington

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,680 to $2,500 for a one-bedroom, $2,810 to $4,170 for a two-bedroom, $4,490 to $6,680 for a three-bedroom and $6,170 to $9,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Huntington from Harrisburg?

About 381 road miles (323 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 16 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 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 Harrisburg to Huntington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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–Huntington corridor.