Worcester, MA

Harrisburg, PA → Worcester, MA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Worcester

About 351 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,130–$4,660, delivery in 1–3 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 226 in Worcester.

  • 351 miroad distance
  • 6 h 45 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,130–$4,6602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 351 miles (297 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 45 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination
226 (135 interstate)

Reverse: Worcester → Harrisburg

The route from Harrisburg, PA to Worcester, MA covers roughly 351 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,130 to $4,660 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 6 h 45 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 226 around Worcester (135 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 Worcester.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Worcester about 213,862. The two cities have comparable density (6,171 and 5,522 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Massachusetts 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 Worcester

Full-service estimate for 351 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,350 $1,650 $2,010
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,880 $2,290 $2,790
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,130 $3,820 $4,660
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,010 $6,110 $7,450
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,880 $8,400 $10,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$510–$720

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,960

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

Full-service mover

$3,130–$4,660

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Worcester (destination)

Cumberland Farms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
17902
MC
167834
Based in
Westboro, MA 01581 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 206 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Intransit Container LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
536660
MC
267848
Based in
Worcester, MA 01607 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

L&s Transportation Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
7378699
Based in
Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
48 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Piece By Piece Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1971286
MC
697653
Based in
Clinton, MA 01510 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Dn Van Lines Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1141917
MC
462886
Based in
Northborough, MA 01532 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Pegasus Courier Limo

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4211468
MC
1626380
Based in
Worcester, MA 01605 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Worcester County Air Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
255214
MC
202018
Based in
Auburn, MA 01501 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Oscar'S Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1637689
MC
633243
Based in
Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 226 movers in Worcester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $1,880 to $2,790 for a one-bedroom, $3,130 to $4,660 for a two-bedroom, $5,010 to $7,450 for a three-bedroom and $6,880 to $10,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Worcester from Harrisburg?

About 351 road miles (297 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 45 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 Massachusetts 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 Worcester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,960. 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–Worcester corridor.