Lafayette, LA → Montpelier, VT · Cross-country move

Movers from Lafayette to Montpelier

About 1,698 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,110–$9,100, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 33 in Montpelier.

1,698 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,110–$9,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lafayette, Louisiana
To: Montpelier, Vermont
Road distance: ≈ 1,698 miles (1,439 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Montpelier → Lafayette

The route from Lafayette, LA to Montpelier, VT covers roughly 1,698 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,110 to $9,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lafayette side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Montpelier (21 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 Montpelier.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and Montpelier about 8,000. Lafayette is considerably denser (2,175 people per square mile versus 803), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Vermont is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lafayette to Montpelier

Full-service estimate for 1,698 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,450	$2,980	$3,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,670	$4,470	$5,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,110	$7,460	$9,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,780	$11,930	$14,550
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,450	$16,400	$20,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,310

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

Portable container

$2,540–$3,730

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

Full-service mover

$6,110–$9,100

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

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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)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700976
MC: 1794180
Based in: Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 863701
MC: 379976
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1596229
MC: 942529
Based in: Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2309280
MC: 788388
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT: 2554983
MC: 890877
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 52766
MC: 143588
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610864
MC: 1229882
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4495496
MC: 1777700
Based in: Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Near Montpelier (destination)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86320
MC: 116362
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 309032
MC: 1610426
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2569886
MC: 898110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4580446
MC: 1823242
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT: 2301137
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Rossi

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2008273
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (802) 279-3262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2403110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 472791
MC: 966576
Based in: Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Montpelier accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,450 to $3,640 for a studio, $3,670 to $5,460 for a one-bedroom, $6,110 to $9,100 for a two-bedroom, $9,780 to $14,550 for a three-bedroom and $13,450 to $20,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montpelier from Lafayette?

About 1,698 road miles (1,439 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Louisiana into Vermont 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 Montpelier?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,540 to $3,730. 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–Montpelier corridor.