Bowling Green, KY

Lincoln, NE → Bowling Green, KY · Long-distance move

Movers from Lincoln to Bowling Green

About 721 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,680–$5,470, delivery in 2–5 days, 160 carriers on the Lincoln side and 128 in Bowling Green.

  • 721 miroad distance
  • 13 h 8 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,680–$5,4702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 721 miles (611 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 8 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
160 (83 interstate)
Movers at destination
128 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Bowling Green → Lincoln

Bowling Green sits about 721 miles east of Lincoln, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Kentucky 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 $3,680 to $5,470 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 13 h 8 min.

On the Lincoln side there are 160 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 of them authorized for interstate work), and 128 around Bowling Green (97 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 Bowling Green.

Lincoln has a population of about 301,522 and Bowling Green about 76,000. Lincoln is considerably denser (2,979 people per square mile versus 1,742), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lincoln to Bowling Green

Full-service estimate for 721 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,470 $1,790 $2,190
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,210 $2,690 $3,280
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,680 $4,480 $5,470
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,880 $7,170 $8,750
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,090 $9,860 $12,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,470

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

Portable container

$1,660–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$3,680–$5,470

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lincoln, NE → Bowling Green, KY. 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 Lincoln (origin)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 160 movers in Lincoln

Near Bowling Green (destination)

As Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2184631
MC
758488
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
152 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Taz Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1268158
MC
492697
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
93 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Bluegrass Dedicated LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2159714
MC
750623
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
92 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Gold Star Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2369624
MC
812858
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Greenline Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632617
MC
602053
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Mr Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1349293
MC
545266
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

On Time Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2116677
MC
737785
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Emirate Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2592057
MC
909331
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 128 movers in Bowling Green

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lincoln to Bowling Green?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,470 to $2,190 for a studio, $2,210 to $3,280 for a one-bedroom, $3,680 to $5,470 for a two-bedroom, $5,880 to $8,750 for a three-bedroom and $8,090 to $12,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bowling Green from Lincoln?

About 721 road miles (611 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 8 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 Nebraska into Kentucky 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 Lincoln to Bowling Green?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,660 to $2,450. 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 Lincoln–Bowling Green corridor.