Sandy Springs, GA

Lafayette, LA → Sandy Springs, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Lafayette to Sandy Springs

About 610 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,490–$5,190, delivery in 2–5 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 1,111 in Sandy Springs.

  • 610 miroad distance
  • 11 h 13 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,490–$5,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 610 miles (517 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 13 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,111 (515 interstate)

Reverse: Sandy Springs → Lafayette

Sandy Springs sits about 610 miles northeast of Lafayette, which makes this an interstate relocation from Louisiana to Georgia 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 $3,490 to $5,190 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 11 h 13 min.

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 1,111 around Sandy Springs (515 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 Sandy Springs.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and Sandy Springs about 105,013. Sandy Springs is the denser city (2,867 people per square mile versus 2,175 in Lafayette), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Lafayette to Sandy Springs

Full-service estimate for 610 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,400 $1,700 $2,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,090 $2,550 $3,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,490 $4,260 $5,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,590 $6,810 $8,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,680 $9,370 $11,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$930–$1,310

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

Portable container

$1,560–$2,300

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

Full-service mover

$3,490–$5,190

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lafayette, LA → Sandy Springs, GA. 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)

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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck

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

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

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

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

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Near Sandy Springs (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
334286
MC
1060197
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
850629
MC
370668
Based in
Alpharetta, GA 30005 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Tq Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
767495
MC
344964
Based in
Marietta, GA 30064 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
188 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233221
MC
1727004
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1041301
MC
664290
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30326 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3774
MC
168488
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3251051
MC
1023120
Based in
Duluth, GA 30096 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 1,111 movers in Sandy Springs

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to Sandy Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $2,090 to $3,120 for a one-bedroom, $3,490 to $5,190 for a two-bedroom, $5,590 to $8,310 for a three-bedroom and $7,680 to $11,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sandy Springs from Lafayette?

About 610 road miles (517 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 13 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 Louisiana into Georgia 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 Sandy Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $930 to $1,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,560 to $2,300. 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–Sandy Springs corridor.