Lexington, KY → Augusta, ME · Long-distance move

Movers from Lexington to Augusta

About 1,037 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,570–$6,800, delivery in 3–7 days, 189 carriers on the Lexington side and 129 in Augusta.

1,037 miroad distance
18 h 35 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,570–$6,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lexington, Kentucky
To: Augusta, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 1,037 miles (879 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 35 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 189 (71 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Lexington

Moving from Lexington to Augusta is a long-distance move of roughly 1,037 road miles, heading northeast from Kentucky to Maine.

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 $4,570 to $6,800 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 18 h 35 min.

On the Lexington side there are 189 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (71 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.

Lexington has a population of about 329,751 and Augusta about 19,000. Lexington is considerably denser (1,137 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Maine is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lexington to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 1,037 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,740	$3,350	$4,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,570	$5,580	$6,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,320	$8,920	$10,890
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,060	$12,270	$14,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,140

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,860

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

Full-service mover

$4,570–$6,800

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lexington (origin)

Phoenix Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 554279
MC: 273095
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (502) 863-0108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vascor LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 949444
MC: 213549
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (502) 570-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wildcat Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kentucky Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3406146
MC: 1097235
Based in: Lexington, KY 40505 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 336-1599 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elkchester Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1106494
MC: 403461
Based in: Lexington, KY 40508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (859) 254-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fedtrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1200180
MC: 507251
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (916) 904-2378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lexington Kentucky

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Dragon 1 LLC

USDOT: 4051348
MC: 1535271
Based in: Lexington, KY 40504 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 554-4616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vincent Fister INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 63040
MC: 126987
Based in: Lexington, KY 40509 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (859) 266-2153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighters Move U

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Firefighters Move U Ky

USDOT: 3413143
MC: 1649036
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 492-8067 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 189 movers in Lexington

Near Augusta (destination)

McGee On Road Equipment LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669951
MC: 338700
Based in: West Gardiner, ME 04345 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (207) 582-8810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Transfer & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357146
MC: 1704445
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (802) 289-2905 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khaled Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4184655
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (201) 674-3246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allen'S Commercial Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50872
MC: 392735
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 623-3875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vallee Interiors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4518105
MC: 1789704
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (207) 592-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pushard Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr

USDOT: 2333492
MC: 796728
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (207) 441-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Driver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4143933
MC: 1589428
Based in: Augusta, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (207) 287-0248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Responders Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4352561
MC: 1702060
Based in: Chelsea, ME 04330 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (207) 357-3577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lexington to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,080 for a one-bedroom, $4,570 to $6,800 for a two-bedroom, $7,320 to $10,890 for a three-bedroom and $10,060 to $14,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Lexington?

About 1,037 road miles (879 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 35 min.

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 Kentucky into Maine 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 Lexington to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,860. 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 Lexington–Augusta corridor.