Indianapolis, IN → Bloomington, IN · Short-haul move

Movers from Indianapolis to Bloomington

About 55 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,200–$1,780, delivery in 1–2 days, 806 carriers on the Indianapolis side and 56 in Bloomington.

55 miroad distance
1 h 39 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,200–$1,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Indianapolis, Indiana
To: Bloomington, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 55 miles (47 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Indiana)
Movers at origin: 806 (576 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Indianapolis

Bloomington sits about 55 miles southwest of Indianapolis, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 1 h 39 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,200 and $1,780, before packing or storage.

On the Indianapolis side there are 806 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (576 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Bloomington (32 interstate). For an in-state 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 Bloomington.

Indianapolis has a population of about 901,116 and Bloomington about 80,000. Bloomington is the denser city (3,405 people per square mile versus 2,455 in Indianapolis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Indianapolis to Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 55 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$660	$800	$980
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$760	$920	$1,130
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,200	$1,460	$1,780
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,690	$3,290	$4,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,200–$1,780

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Indianapolis (origin)

Gme

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Golden Mile Enterprises INC

USDOT: 2837726
MC: 949779
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46221 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 375 trucks, 395 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (317) 765-5600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70719
MC: 87113
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46250 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT: 2352168
MC: 805371
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1575730
MC: 1452299
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46268 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (317) 550-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247771
MC: 169755
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3701508
MC: 1295347
Based in: Fishers, IN 46038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2516438
MC: 873157
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daum Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 638153
MC: 303799
Based in: Plainfield, IN 46168 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (317) 839-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Bloomington (destination)

Full-O-Pep Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1004177
MC: 425944
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47403 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (812) 333-7496 Route Verify on FMCSA

R W Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 811805
MC: 372331
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (812) 336-3806 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Better Way Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1886253
MC: 679700
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (812) 339-9995 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Soft Touch Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A Craft Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 707793
MC: 331362
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (812) 333-4755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fleet 79 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4020507
MC: 1516332
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (812) 200-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Markdown Store And Mc Wholesale LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elliswholesale LLC

USDOT: 4121689
MC: 1576508
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (317) 851-6706 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Movers & Junk Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: College Movers & Junk Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3008354
MC: 1026090
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (812) 228-8300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gruntz Junk Removal LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4391747
Based in: Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (812) 671-4968 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Bloomington

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Bloomington with daylight to spare.
Check Indiana intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Indianapolis to Bloomington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $660 to $980 for a studio, $760 to $1,130 for a one-bedroom, $1,200 to $1,780 for a two-bedroom, $1,830 to $2,720 for a three-bedroom and $2,690 to $4,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Indianapolis?

About 55 road miles (47 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 39 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Indianapolis and Bloomington are in Indiana, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Indianapolis to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Indianapolis–Bloomington corridor.