Worcester, MA

Indianapolis, IN → Worcester, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Indianapolis to Worcester

About 904 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,690–$6,980, delivery in 2–5 days, 806 carriers on the Indianapolis side and 226 in Worcester.

  • 904 miroad distance
  • 16 h 17 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,690–$6,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 904 miles (766 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 17 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
806 (576 interstate)
Movers at destination
226 (135 interstate)

Reverse: Worcester → Indianapolis

Moving from Indianapolis to Worcester is a long-distance move of roughly 904 road miles, heading east from Indiana to Massachusetts.

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 $4,690 to $6,980 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 16 h 17 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 226 around Worcester (135 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 Worcester.

Indianapolis has a population of about 901,116 and Worcester about 213,862. Worcester is the denser city (5,522 people per square mile versus 2,455 in Indianapolis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts 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 Worcester

Full-service estimate for 904 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,880 $2,290 $2,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,810 $3,430 $4,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,690 $5,720 $6,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,510 $9,150 $11,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,320 $12,590 $15,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,380–$1,950

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

Portable container

$1,830–$2,690

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

Full-service mover

$4,690–$6,980

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 Worcester (destination)

Cumberland Farms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
17902
MC
167834
Based in
Westboro, MA 01581 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 206 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Intransit Container LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
536660
MC
267848
Based in
Worcester, MA 01607 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

L&s Transportation Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
7378699
Based in
Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
48 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Piece By Piece Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1971286
MC
697653
Based in
Clinton, MA 01510 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Dn Van Lines Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1141917
MC
462886
Based in
Northborough, MA 01532 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Pegasus Courier Limo

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4211468
MC
1626380
Based in
Worcester, MA 01605 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Worcester County Air Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
255214
MC
202018
Based in
Auburn, MA 01501 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Oscar'S Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1637689
MC
633243
Based in
Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 226 movers in Worcester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,790 for a studio, $2,810 to $4,190 for a one-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,980 for a two-bedroom, $7,510 to $11,170 for a three-bedroom and $10,320 to $15,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Worcester from Indianapolis?

About 904 road miles (766 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 17 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 Massachusetts 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 Worcester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,380 to $1,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,830 to $2,690. 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–Worcester corridor.