Laramie, WY → Poughkeepsie, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Laramie to Poughkeepsie

About 1,924 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,190–$10,690, delivery in 5–10 days, 8 carriers on the Laramie side and 267 in Poughkeepsie.

1,924 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,190–$10,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laramie, Wyoming
To: Poughkeepsie, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,924 miles (1,631 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 8 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination: 267 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Poughkeepsie → Laramie

Poughkeepsie sits about 1,924 miles east of Laramie, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to New York that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,190 to $10,690 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 33 hours (4 driving days).

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 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.

Laramie has a population of about 32,000 and Poughkeepsie about 32,000. Poughkeepsie is the denser city (6,137 people per square mile versus 1,707 in Laramie), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Wyoming, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laramie to Poughkeepsie

Full-service estimate for 1,924 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,870	$3,510	$4,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,310	$5,260	$6,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,190	$8,760	$10,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,500	$14,020	$17,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,810	$19,280	$23,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,730–$3,850

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

Portable container

$2,740–$4,030

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

Full-service mover

$7,190–$10,690

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

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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

Nolimo25 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3471063
MC: 1136139
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (307) 399-1850 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 8 movers in Laramie

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

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Poughkeepsie 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 Laramie to Poughkeepsie?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,870 to $4,280 for a studio, $4,310 to $6,410 for a one-bedroom, $7,190 to $10,690 for a two-bedroom, $11,500 to $17,110 for a three-bedroom and $15,810 to $23,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Poughkeepsie from Laramie?

About 1,924 road miles (1,631 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Wyoming 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 Laramie to Poughkeepsie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,730 to $3,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,740 to $4,030. 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–Poughkeepsie corridor.