Louisville, KY → Lexington, KY · Short-haul move

Movers from Louisville to Lexington

About 77 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,270–$1,890, delivery in 1–2 days, 401 carriers on the Louisville side and 189 in Lexington.

77 miroad distance
2 h 2 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,270–$1,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Louisville, Kentucky
To: Lexington, Kentucky
Road distance: ≈ 77 miles (65 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 2 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Kentucky)
Movers at origin: 401 (245 interstate)
Movers at destination: 189 (71 interstate)

Reverse: Lexington → Louisville

The route from Louisville, KY to Lexington, KY covers roughly 77 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 2 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,270 and $1,890, before packing or storage.

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 189 around Lexington (71 interstate). For an in-state 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 Lexington.

Louisville has a population of about 641,962 and Lexington about 329,751. Louisville is considerably denser (1,948 people per square mile versus 1,137), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Louisville to Lexington

Full-service estimate for 77 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$720	$870	$1,060
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$810	$990	$1,210
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,270	$1,550	$1,890
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,910	$2,330	$2,840
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,780	$3,390	$4,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$320

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,600

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

Full-service mover

$1,270–$1,890

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

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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

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Near Lexington (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Check Kentucky intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Louisville and Lexington is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $720 to $1,060 for a studio, $810 to $1,210 for a one-bedroom, $1,270 to $1,890 for a two-bedroom, $1,910 to $2,840 for a three-bedroom and $2,780 to $4,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lexington from Louisville?

About 77 road miles (65 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Louisville and Lexington are in Kentucky, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Louisville to Lexington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,600. 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–Lexington corridor.