Dover, DE

Indianapolis, IN → Dover, DE · Long-distance move

Movers from Indianapolis to Dover

About 670 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,750–$5,570, delivery in 2–5 days, 806 carriers on the Indianapolis side and 143 in Dover.

  • 670 miroad distance
  • 12 h 15 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,750–$5,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 670 miles (568 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 15 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
806 (576 interstate)
Movers at destination
143 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Dover → Indianapolis

Dover sits about 670 miles east of Indianapolis, which makes this an interstate relocation from Indiana to Delaware that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,750 to $5,570 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 15 min.

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 143 around Dover (103 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 Dover.

Indianapolis has a population of about 901,116 and Dover about 40,000. Indianapolis is considerably denser (2,455 people per square mile versus 1,654), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Delaware is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Indianapolis to Dover

Full-service estimate for 670 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,500 $1,830 $2,230
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,250 $2,740 $3,340
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,750 $4,570 $5,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,000 $7,310 $8,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,240 $10,050 $12,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,380

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

Full-service mover

$3,750–$5,570

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Indianapolis (origin)

Gme

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

Wheaton World Wide Moving

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

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

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

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

All 806 movers in Indianapolis

Near Dover (destination)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934741
MC
690698
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1510668
MC
566208
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2546977
MC
886752
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
872818
MC
903323
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3876998
MC
1421184
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4262251
MC
1653912
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3100720
MC
77314
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3621695
MC
1237363
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 143 movers in Dover

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,500 to $2,230 for a studio, $2,250 to $3,340 for a one-bedroom, $3,750 to $5,570 for a two-bedroom, $6,000 to $8,920 for a three-bedroom and $8,240 to $12,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dover from Indianapolis?

About 670 road miles (568 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Indiana into Delaware 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 Indianapolis to Dover?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,380. 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–Dover corridor.