Hartford, CT → Providence, RI · Short-haul move

Movers from Hartford to Providence

About 77 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,520–$2,260, delivery in 1–2 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 330 in Providence.

77 miroad distance
2 h 2 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,520–$2,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hartford, Connecticut
To: Providence, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 77 miles (65 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 2 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination: 330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Hartford

The route from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI covers roughly 77 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 2 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,520 and $2,260, before packing or storage.

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 330 around Providence (253 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 Providence.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 6,957 in Hartford), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Providence

Full-service estimate for 77 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$860	$1,040	$1,270
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$970	$1,190	$1,450
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,520	$1,850	$2,260
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,280	$2,780	$3,390
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,330	$4,060	$4,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$320

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,600

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

Full-service mover

$1,520–$2,260

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 Providence (destination)

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Unfi Transport LLC

USDOT: 179097
MC: 308546
Based in: Providence, RI 02903 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,222 trucks, 2,520 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 851-9461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cvs Health

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cvs Transportation LLC

USDOT: 612151
MC: 294309
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 322 trucks, 342 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (937) 430-1863 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castle Family Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3934248
MC: 1459148
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (223) 260-9934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rivas Linehaul INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3086040
MC: 69304
Based in: Cranston, RI 02905 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (347) 691-4149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jireh Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3365162
MC: 1078255
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 258-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delivery Management Services INC

USDOT: 1432058
MC: 541084
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (401) 649-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 106974
MC: 133272
Based in: Cranston, RI 02921 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (401) 427-1184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782376
MC: 926696
Based in: North Attleborough, MA 02760 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (508) 905-9134 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Providence

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $860 to $1,270 for a studio, $970 to $1,450 for a one-bedroom, $1,520 to $2,260 for a two-bedroom, $2,280 to $3,390 for a three-bedroom and $3,330 to $4,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Hartford?

About 77 road miles (65 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Connecticut into Rhode Island 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 Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,600. 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–Providence corridor.