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Lafayette, IN → New Haven, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from Lafayette to New Haven

About 862 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,410–$6,560, delivery in 2–5 days, 55 carriers on the Lafayette side and 242 in New Haven.

  • 862 miroad distance
  • 15 h 34 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,410–$6,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 862 miles (730 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 34 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
55 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination
242 (131 interstate)

Reverse: New Haven → Lafayette

New Haven sits about 862 miles east of Lafayette, which makes this an interstate relocation from Indiana to Connecticut 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 $4,410 to $6,560 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 15 h 34 min.

On the Lafayette side there are 55 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 242 around New Haven (131 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 New Haven.

Lafayette has a population of about 72,000 and New Haven about 138,774. New Haven is the denser city (7,167 people per square mile versus 2,409 in Lafayette), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut 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 Lafayette to New Haven

Full-service estimate for 862 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,760 $2,150 $2,620
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,650 $3,230 $3,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,410 $5,380 $6,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,050 $8,600 $10,500
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,700 $11,830 $14,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,190–$1,670

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

Portable container

$1,790–$2,630

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

Full-service mover

$4,410–$6,560

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Lafayette, IN → New Haven, CT. 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 Lafayette (origin)

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

Near New Haven (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
57911
MC
179376
Based in
Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3408453
MC
1100215
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4245583
MC
1644874
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3285714
MC
1039635
Based in
Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
272172
MC
15100
Based in
West Haven, CT 06516 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1539801
MC
847413
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anthony Augliera Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
57994
MC
60406
Based in
East Haven, CT 06512 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (203) 937-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nova Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
788061
MC
610730
Based in
Naugatuck, CT 06770 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (203) 610-9605 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 242 movers in New Haven

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to New Haven?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,760 to $2,620 for a studio, $2,650 to $3,940 for a one-bedroom, $4,410 to $6,560 for a two-bedroom, $7,050 to $10,500 for a three-bedroom and $9,700 to $14,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Haven from Lafayette?

About 862 road miles (730 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 34 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 Connecticut 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 Lafayette to New Haven?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,190 to $1,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,790 to $2,630. 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 Lafayette–New Haven corridor.