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Laramie, WY → Lincoln, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Laramie to Lincoln

About 550 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,380–$5,030, delivery in 2–5 days, 8 carriers on the Laramie side and 160 in Lincoln.

  • 550 miroad distance
  • 10 h 11 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,380–$5,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 550 miles (466 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 11 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
8 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination
160 (83 interstate)

Reverse: Lincoln → Laramie

Moving from Laramie to Lincoln is a long-distance move of roughly 550 road miles, heading east from Wyoming to Nebraska.

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 $3,380 to $5,030 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 10 h 11 min.

On the Laramie side there are 8 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 of them authorized for interstate work), and 160 around Lincoln (83 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 Lincoln.

Laramie has a population of about 32,000 and Lincoln about 301,522. Lincoln is the denser city (2,979 people per square mile versus 1,707 in Laramie), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Nebraska does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laramie to Lincoln

Full-service estimate for 550 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,350 $1,650 $2,010
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,030 $2,480 $3,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,380 $4,130 $5,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,410 $6,600 $8,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,440 $9,080 $11,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$860–$1,220

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,220

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

Full-service mover

$3,380–$5,030

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Laramie, WY → Lincoln, NE. 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 Laramie (origin)

Akal Energy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1970617
MC
803755
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (303) 517-0165 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowboy Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
502203
MC
148483
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (307) 745-9294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2630599
MC
915454
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (307) 363-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosario Global Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3718622
MC
1307998
Based in
Laramine, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (551) 751-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc2 Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3929978
MC
1456276
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (303) 358-3526 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Brink Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4345179
MC
1698246
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Route Verify on FMCSA

Binning Custom Products INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
100350
MC
287123
Based in
Laramie, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (307) 310-9735 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 8 movers in Laramie

Near Lincoln (destination)

Sysco Lincoln Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
53284
MC
205330
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (402) 423-1031 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2357168
MC
807511
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68510 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (402) 488-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wolfroute LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4525610
MC
1793728
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (531) 364-5424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drakkar INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
437714
MC
245972
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68502 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (402) 474-9502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbj Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3041184
MC
72905
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (402) 266-1448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lincoln Trucking Lightning Division INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1823932
MC
661796
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (402) 477-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abe Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2106202
MC
734567
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68523 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (402) 890-3424 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&m Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2953699
MC
600
Based in
Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (402) 328-8384 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 160 movers in Lincoln

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laramie to Lincoln?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $2,030 to $3,020 for a one-bedroom, $3,380 to $5,030 for a two-bedroom, $5,410 to $8,060 for a three-bedroom and $7,440 to $11,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lincoln from Laramie?

About 550 road miles (466 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 11 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 Wyoming into Nebraska 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 Laramie to Lincoln?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $860 to $1,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,220. 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 Laramie–Lincoln corridor.