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Frederick, MD

Mobile, AL → Frederick, MD · Long-distance move

Movers from Mobile to Frederick

About 1,008 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,640–$6,910, delivery in 3–7 days, 168 carriers on the Mobile side and 300 in Frederick.

  • 1,008 miroad distance
  • 18 h 5 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,640–$6,9102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,008 miles (854 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 5 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
168 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination
300 (201 interstate)

Reverse: Frederick → Mobile

Moving from Mobile to Frederick is a long-distance move of roughly 1,008 road miles, heading northeast from Alabama to Maryland.

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 $4,640 to $6,910 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 5 min.

On the Mobile side there are 168 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (103 of them authorized for interstate work), and 300 around Frederick (201 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 Frederick.

Mobile has a population of about 200,824 and Frederick about 85,000. Frederick is the denser city (3,262 people per square mile versus 1,341 in Mobile), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Mobile to Frederick

Full-service estimate for 1,008 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,860 $2,260 $2,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,790 $3,400 $4,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,640 $5,660 $6,910
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,430 $9,060 $11,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,210 $12,460 $15,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$4,640–$6,910

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Mobile, AL → Frederick, MD. 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 Mobile (origin)

Wright Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
793730
MC
353905
Based in
Mobile, AL 36605 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
235 trucks, 208 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (251) 432-6390 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taliyah Fast And Quick Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4286672
MC
1667253
Based in
Mobile, AL 36617 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (251) 259-1426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miami Warehouse Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: S And M Transportation INC

USDOT
514855
MC
261707
Based in
Saraland, AL 36571 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (251) 679-3344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bay Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
273702
MC
186516
Based in
Mobile, AL 36610 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (251) 438-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sws Investments & Holdings LLC

USDOT
2908185
MC
979238
Based in
Mobile, AL 36693 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (205) 412-6757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vassel Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3420027
MC
1105291
Based in
Whistler, AL 36612 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (251) 422-7957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3284177
MC
1038846
Based in
Mobile, AL 36693 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (251) 520-9476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Am Hot Shot Express L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
979782
MC
409556
Based in
Theodore, AL 36582 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (251) 666-7088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Mobile

Near Frederick (destination)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2779557
MC
936752
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (443) 836-5232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service Master

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Vintage Cleaning Corp INC

USDOT
1022130
MC
664497
Based in
Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (301) 972-9100 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1063127
MC
915561
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (301) 668-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Holler Contracting

USDOT
1500152
MC
1089742
Based in
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (301) 898-8780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
441070
MC
241863
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (301) 694-3366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1131819
MC
460859
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (301) 620-1609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8211973
MC
88161384
Based in
New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (240) 888-4905 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4229009
MC
1635825
Based in
Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (443) 742-9459 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 300 movers in Frederick

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Mobile to Frederick?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,860 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,790 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,910 for a two-bedroom, $7,430 to $11,050 for a three-bedroom and $10,210 to $15,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Frederick from Mobile?

About 1,008 road miles (854 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 5 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 Alabama into Maryland 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 Mobile to Frederick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Mobile–Frederick corridor.