Hartford, CT → Montpelier, VT · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Hartford to Montpelier

About 204 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,510–$3,740, delivery in 1–2 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 33 in Montpelier.

204 miroad distance
4 h 13 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,510–$3,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hartford, Connecticut
To: Montpelier, Vermont
Road distance: ≈ 204 miles (173 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 13 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Montpelier → Hartford

The route from Hartford, CT to Montpelier, VT covers roughly 204 miles by road, a north-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 $2,510 to $3,740 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 13 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 33 around Montpelier (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 Montpelier.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Montpelier about 8,000. Hartford is considerably denser (6,957 people per square mile versus 803), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Montpelier

Full-service estimate for 204 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,330	$1,630	$1,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,510	$1,840	$2,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,510	$3,060	$3,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,020	$4,900	$5,980
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,520	$6,740	$8,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,510–$3,740

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 Montpelier (destination)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86320
MC: 116362
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 309032
MC: 1610426
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2569886
MC: 898110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4580446
MC: 1823242
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT: 2301137
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Rossi

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2008273
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (802) 279-3262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2403110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 472791
MC: 966576
Based in: Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,990 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,240 for a one-bedroom, $2,510 to $3,740 for a two-bedroom, $4,020 to $5,980 for a three-bedroom and $5,520 to $8,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montpelier from Hartford?

About 204 road miles (173 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 13 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 Vermont 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 Montpelier?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,770. 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–Montpelier corridor.