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Hartford, CT → Utica, NY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Hartford to Utica

About 188 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,640–$3,930, delivery in 1–2 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 107 in Utica.

  • 188 miroad distance
  • 3 h 57 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,640–$3,9302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 188 miles (159 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 57 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
107 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Utica → Hartford

The route from Hartford, CT to Utica, NY covers roughly 188 miles by road, a northwest-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 $2,640 to $3,930 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 3 h 57 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 107 around Utica (42 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 Utica.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Utica about 65,000. Hartford is considerably denser (6,957 people per square mile versus 3,904), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New York is a higher-cost state than Connecticut, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Utica

Full-service estimate for 188 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,440 $1,760 $2,140
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,580 $1,930 $2,360
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,640 $3,220 $3,930
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,220 $5,150 $6,290
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,810 $7,080 $8,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$340–$480

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,750

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

Full-service mover

$2,640–$3,930

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

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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 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 Utica (destination)

R B Humphreys INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
55512
MC
143396
Based in
Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (315) 838-2650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eastern Vip Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3541206
MC
1182438
Based in
Utica, NY 13502 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Route Verify on FMCSA

Felice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Felice Trucking Service INC

USDOT
55523
MC
22944
Based in
Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (315) 337-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wolfe News Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1132195
MC
1329906
Based in
Clinton, NY 13323 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (315) 853-6397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eja Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eja Services INC

USDOT
1948559
MC
907304
Based in
Oriskany, NY 13424 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (315) 335-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cxj Service LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4236193
Based in
Herkimer, NY 13350 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (315) 940-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Millenium Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3475043
MC
1138628
Based in
Utica, NY 13501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (315) 507-1652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miss Mallory Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3475403
MC
1138867
Based in
Whitesboro, NY 13492 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (315) 275-7210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 107 movers in Utica

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,140 for a studio, $1,580 to $2,360 for a one-bedroom, $2,640 to $3,930 for a two-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,290 for a three-bedroom and $5,810 to $8,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Utica from Hartford?

About 188 road miles (159 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 57 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 New York 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 Utica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $340 to $480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,750. 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–Utica corridor.