Lafayette, LA → Poughkeepsie, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Lafayette to Poughkeepsie

About 1,513 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,320–$9,410, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 267 in Poughkeepsie.

1,513 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,320–$9,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lafayette, Louisiana
To: Poughkeepsie, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,513 miles (1,282 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 267 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Poughkeepsie → Lafayette

Moving from Lafayette to Poughkeepsie is a cross-country move of roughly 1,513 road miles, heading northeast from Louisiana to New York.

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 $6,320 to $9,410 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 26 hours (3 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 267 around Poughkeepsie (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 Poughkeepsie.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and Poughkeepsie about 32,000. Poughkeepsie is the denser city (6,137 people per square mile versus 2,175 in Lafayette), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York 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 Poughkeepsie

Full-service estimate for 1,513 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,790	$4,630	$5,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,320	$7,710	$9,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,120	$12,340	$15,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,910	$16,970	$20,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,150–$3,040

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

Portable container

$2,370–$3,490

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

Full-service mover

$6,320–$9,410

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 Poughkeepsie (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57976
MC: 3748
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 471-1504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lightning Express Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 871631
MC: 421420
Based in: Gardiner, NY 12525 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (845) 883-4343 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCollister's Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: McCollister's Transportation Group INC

USDOT: 289344
MC: 668184
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (609) 526-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Finnegan'S Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Signature Worldwide Relocation Newburgh INC

USDOT: 17724
MC: 111474
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 564-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nembhard Fiber Construction LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4370692
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 702-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Bottling Of Milton New York INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 568013
MC: 277000
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (845) 795-2171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Pallet Recyclers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076753
MC: 65716
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (845) 264-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hot Tub Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3555369
MC: 1192173
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (845) 926-7438 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 267 movers in Poughkeepsie

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Poughkeepsie accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,530 to $3,760 for a studio, $3,790 to $5,650 for a one-bedroom, $6,320 to $9,410 for a two-bedroom, $10,120 to $15,060 for a three-bedroom and $13,910 to $20,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Poughkeepsie from Lafayette?

About 1,513 road miles (1,282 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 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 New York 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 Poughkeepsie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,150 to $3,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,370 to $3,490. 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–Poughkeepsie corridor.