New Haven, CT

Lawrence, KS → New Haven, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from Lawrence to New Haven

About 1,402 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,760–$8,570, delivery in 3–7 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 242 in New Haven.

  • 1,402 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,760–$8,5702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,402 miles (1,188 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
242 (131 interstate)

Reverse: New Haven → Lawrence

The route from Lawrence, KS to New Haven, CT covers roughly 1,402 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,760 to $8,570 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 242 around New Haven (131 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 New Haven.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and New Haven about 138,774. New Haven is the denser city (7,167 people per square mile versus 2,772 in Lawrence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to New Haven

Full-service estimate for 1,402 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,300 $2,810 $3,430
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,460 $4,210 $5,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,760 $7,020 $8,570
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,220 $11,240 $13,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,670 $15,450 $18,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,040–$2,880

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,340

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

Full-service mover

$5,760–$8,570

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

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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 Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1380572
MC
745731
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1644908
MC
616036
Based in
Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917983
MC
397078
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
768024
MC
345177
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1996368
MC
727907
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1397728
MC
530604
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3516994
MC
1176725
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4517072
MC
1789178
Based in
Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All 17 movers in Lawrence

Near New Haven (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
57911
MC
179376
Based in
Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3408453
MC
1100215
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4245583
MC
1644874
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3285714
MC
1039635
Based in
Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
272172
MC
15100
Based in
West Haven, CT 06516 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1539801
MC
847413
Based in
Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Anthony Augliera Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
57994
MC
60406
Based in
East Haven, CT 06512 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Nova Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
788061
MC
610730
Based in
Naugatuck, CT 06770 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 242 movers in New Haven

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lawrence to New Haven?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,430 for a studio, $3,460 to $5,140 for a one-bedroom, $5,760 to $8,570 for a two-bedroom, $9,220 to $13,710 for a three-bedroom and $12,670 to $18,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Haven from Lawrence?

About 1,402 road miles (1,188 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Kansas into Connecticut 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 Lawrence to New Haven?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,040 to $2,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,340. 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 Lawrence–New Haven corridor.