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Huntington, WV → Lafayette, IN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Huntington to Lafayette

About 323 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,520–$3,760, delivery in 1–3 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 55 in Lafayette.

  • 323 miroad distance
  • 6 h 16 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,520–$3,7602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 323 miles (273 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 16 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Huntington

The route from Huntington, WV to Lafayette, IN covers roughly 323 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 $2,520 to $3,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 16 min.

On the Huntington side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Lafayette (44 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 Lafayette.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Lafayette about 72,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,888 and 2,409 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Huntington to Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 323 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,130 $1,380 $1,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,510 $1,850 $2,250
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,520 $3,080 $3,760
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,040 $4,930 $6,010
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,550 $6,770 $8,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$480–$680

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

Portable container

$1,310–$1,920

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

Full-service mover

$2,520–$3,760

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Huntington, WV → Lafayette, IN. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Huntington (origin)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
447347
MC
288128
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2549718
MC
888099
Based in
Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
63078
MC
29666
Based in
Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT
1439738
Based in
Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT
587135
MC
240681
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1338118
MC
516102
Based in
Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3741195
MC
1324436
Based in
Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4260306
MC
1652790
Based in
Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

Near Lafayette (destination)

Prime Road Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2820314
MC
940394
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (773) 877-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

A M T Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1178595
MC
471764
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (765) 471-8216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
549556
MC
271281
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (765) 589-1737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct In LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4047384
MC
1532905
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (415) 800-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

M & B Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3877960
MC
1421840
Based in
Mulberry, IN 46058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 242-1427 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boxed By Universal Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4429374
MC
1742605
Based in
West Lafayette, IN 47906 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (765) 413-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Codise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2584517
MC
905509
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (765) 586-9540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep It Moving 360 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3955068
MC
1473210
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 607-3698 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Lafayette

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Huntington to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,130 to $1,680 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,250 for a one-bedroom, $2,520 to $3,760 for a two-bedroom, $4,040 to $6,010 for a three-bedroom and $5,550 to $8,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Huntington?

About 323 road miles (273 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 16 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 West Virginia into Indiana 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 Huntington to Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,920. 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 Huntington–Lafayette corridor.