Lowell, MA → Albany, NY · Short-haul move

Movers from Lowell to Albany

About 149 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,560–$3,810, delivery in 1–2 days, 215 carriers on the Lowell side and 243 in Albany.

149 miroad distance
3 h 16 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,560–$3,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lowell, Massachusetts
To: Albany, New York
Road distance: ≈ 149 miles (126 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 16 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 215 (152 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Lowell

The route from Lowell, MA to Albany, NY covers roughly 149 miles by road, a west-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 3 h 16 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,560 and $3,810, before packing or storage.

On the Lowell side there are 215 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (152 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (100 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 Albany.

Lowell has a population of about 119,971 and Albany about 101,698. Lowell is considerably denser (8,497 people per square mile versus 4,637), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lowell to Albany

Full-service estimate for 149 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,490	$1,820	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,870	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,630	$6,870	$8,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$430

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,560–$3,810

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lowell (origin)

Xquisite Logistix LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3679531
MC: 1279402
Based in: Littleton, MA 01460 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (781) 777-3085 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233338
MC: 162524
Based in: Billerica, MA 01821 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (978) 667-9133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Severance Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 23907
MC: 98938
Based in: Dracut, MA 01826 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (978) 275-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tejada Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454459
MC: 1125607
Based in: Lawrence, MA 01843 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 587-9053 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tighe Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 55290
MC: 104967
Based in: Woburn, MA 01801 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 939-0925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Corporation-Office Svs Div

Licensed interstate

Legal name: J & M Installations

USDOT: 592850
MC: 1206423
Based in: Chelmsford, MA 01824 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (978) 322-2501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rb Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2505448
MC: 869879
Based in: Methuen, MA 01844 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (508) 818-1314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 215 movers in Lowell

Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lowell to Albany?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,210 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,560 to $3,810 for a two-bedroom, $4,100 to $6,100 for a three-bedroom and $5,630 to $8,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Lowell?

About 149 road miles (126 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 16 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Massachusetts into New York 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 Lowell to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,700. 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 Lowell–Albany corridor.