Louisville, KY → Elizabeth, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Louisville to Elizabeth

About 749 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,140–$6,160, delivery in 2–5 days, 401 carriers on the Louisville side and 1,447 in Elizabeth.

749 miroad distance
13 h 37 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,140–$6,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Louisville, Kentucky
To: Elizabeth, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 749 miles (635 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 37 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 401 (245 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,447 (881 interstate)

Reverse: Elizabeth → Louisville

The route from Louisville, KY to Elizabeth, NJ covers roughly 749 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 $4,140 to $6,160 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 37 min.

On the Louisville side there are 401 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (245 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,447 around Elizabeth (881 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 Elizabeth.

Louisville has a population of about 641,962 and Elizabeth about 141,675. Elizabeth is the denser city (11,162 people per square mile versus 1,948 in Louisville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey 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 Louisville to Elizabeth

Full-service estimate for 749 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,660	$2,020	$2,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,140	$5,050	$6,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,620	$8,080	$9,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,110	$11,110	$13,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,070–$1,510

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

Portable container

$1,690–$2,480

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

Full-service mover

$4,140–$6,160

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 Louisville (origin)

Summitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 912424
MC: 395146
Based in: Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (812) 285-7777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Product Distribution Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 230522
MC: 161523
Based in: Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 103 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (502) 968-8711 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kentucky Container Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 215501
MC: 160261
Based in: Louisville, KY 40219 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 94 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (502) 810-9979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arman Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1282568
MC: 501603
Based in: Louisville, KY 40211 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (502) 384-0059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tsi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1145145
MC: 430708
Based in: Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (812) 280-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xlg Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1238768
MC: 487788
Based in: Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (812) 944-0066 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fc Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1390662
MC: 529189
Based in: Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (502) 656-8139 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & J Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 450803
MC: 215301
Based in: Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 401 movers in Louisville

Near Elizabeth (destination)

Piece Of Cake Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC

USDOT: 3066988
MC: 58659
Based in: New York, NY 10009 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 340 trucks, 360 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (646) 461-3422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3728952
MC: 1315556
Based in: Brooklyn, NY 11214 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 207 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (848) 444-3133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 288155
MC: 186214
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

USDOT: 4498428
MC: 1779258
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2121392
MC: 739314
Based in: Kearny, NJ 07032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 674147
MC: 434921
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,447 movers in Elizabeth

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Elizabeth if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Louisville to Elizabeth?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,460 for a studio, $2,480 to $3,700 for a one-bedroom, $4,140 to $6,160 for a two-bedroom, $6,620 to $9,860 for a three-bedroom and $9,110 to $13,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elizabeth from Louisville?

About 749 road miles (635 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 37 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 Kentucky into New Jersey 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 Louisville to Elizabeth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,070 to $1,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,690 to $2,480. 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 Louisville–Elizabeth corridor.