Hartford, CT → Allentown, PA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Hartford to Allentown

About 196 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,420–$3,600, delivery in 1–2 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 424 in Allentown.

196 miroad distance
4 h 5 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,420–$3,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hartford, Connecticut
To: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 196 miles (166 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 5 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination: 424 (296 interstate)

Reverse: Allentown → Hartford

Allentown sits about 196 miles southwest of Hartford, which makes this an interstate relocation from Connecticut to Pennsylvania 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 $2,420 to $3,600 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 5 min.

On the Hartford side there are 350 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 of them authorized for interstate work), and 424 around Allentown (296 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 Allentown.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Allentown about 126,044. The two cities have comparable density (6,957 and 7,150 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Pennsylvania than in Connecticut, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Allentown

Full-service estimate for 196 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,450	$1,770	$2,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,420	$2,950	$3,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,330	$6,500	$7,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$500

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,420–$3,600

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hartford (origin)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1326635
MC: 1550101
Based in: Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (959) 237-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557265
MC: 891791
Based in: Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 216-9120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3439865
MC: 1116903
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (959) 777-9871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1389824
MC: 528899
Based in: Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (860) 818-1967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Antwall 13 LLC

USDOT: 3638680
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 205-5851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2566125
MC: 897804
Based in: West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 988-3887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 102032
MC: 120883
Based in: South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 291-2436 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Hartford

Near Allentown (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT: 268139
MC: 147923
Based in: Allentown, PA 18104 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ds Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1610595
MC: 595553
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (610) 395-4625 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1444559
MC: 545976
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171254
MC: 469678
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmrapp LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1245148
MC: 479105
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (610) 398-7071 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322506
MC: 1066356
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2053518
MC: 719083
Based in: Allentown, PA 18106 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256276
MC: 366606
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 424 movers in Allentown

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hartford to Allentown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,300 to $1,940 for a studio, $1,450 to $2,160 for a one-bedroom, $2,420 to $3,600 for a two-bedroom, $3,880 to $5,770 for a three-bedroom and $5,330 to $7,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Allentown from Hartford?

About 196 road miles (166 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Connecticut into Pennsylvania 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 Hartford to Allentown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,760. 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 Hartford–Allentown corridor.