Hot Springs, AR → Providence, RI · Cross-country move

Movers from Hot Springs to Providence

About 1,505 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,810–$8,650, delivery in 5–10 days, 27 carriers on the Hot Springs side and 330 in Providence.

1,505 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,810–$8,6502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hot Springs, Arkansas
To: Providence, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 1,505 miles (1,275 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 27 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Hot Springs

Moving from Hot Springs to Providence is a cross-country move of roughly 1,505 road miles, heading northeast from Arkansas to Rhode Island.

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 $5,810 to $8,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Hot Springs side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 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.

Hot Springs has a population of about 38,000 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 1,010 in Hot Springs), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Rhode Island is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hot Springs to Providence

Full-service estimate for 1,505 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,320	$2,840	$3,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,490	$4,250	$5,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,650
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,300	$11,340	$13,840
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,790	$15,590	$19,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,150–$3,030

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

Portable container

$2,360–$3,480

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

Full-service mover

$5,810–$8,650

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Hot Springs (origin)

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348836
MC: 1700952
Based in: Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20,000 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Boy LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2821300
MC: 941105
Based in: Hot Springs, AR 71913 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (501) 538-1767 Route Verify on FMCSA

S & M Freight Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3797228
MC: 1365302
Based in: Hot Springs, AR 71901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (501) 231-7819 Route Verify on FMCSA

Je Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Village Delivery And Moving INC

USDOT: 1679497
MC: 617225
Based in: Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (501) 209-9548 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saivam Ultd

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4360218
MC: 1706107
Based in: Hot Springs Villa, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 204-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348920
MC: 1700169
Based in: Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Moverskingdom Moving & More

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kingdom Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 4022616
MC: 1517656
Based in: Lonsdale, AR 72087 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Route Verify on FMCSA

Zion Delivery Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Zion Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3831555
MC: 1390096
Based in: Royal, AR 71968 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (501) 547-2688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Hot Springs

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

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hot Springs to Providence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,320 to $3,460 for a studio, $3,490 to $5,190 for a one-bedroom, $5,810 to $8,650 for a two-bedroom, $9,300 to $13,840 for a three-bedroom and $12,790 to $19,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Hot Springs?

About 1,505 road miles (1,275 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arkansas 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 Hot Springs to Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,150 to $3,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,360 to $3,480. 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 Hot Springs–Providence corridor.