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Mobile, AL → Portland, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Mobile to Portland

About 1,566 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,730–$8,520, delivery in 5–10 days, 168 carriers on the Mobile side and 113 in Portland.

  • 1,566 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,730–$8,5202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,566 miles (1,327 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
168 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination
113 (63 interstate)

Reverse: Portland → Mobile

Portland sits about 1,566 miles northeast of Mobile, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Maine that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $5,730 to $8,520 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 113 around Portland (63 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 Portland.

Mobile has a population of about 200,824 and Portland about 69,000. Portland is the denser city (3,176 people per square mile versus 1,341 in Mobile), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maine 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 Portland

Full-service estimate for 1,566 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,290 $2,790 $3,410
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,440 $4,190 $5,110
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,730 $6,990 $8,520
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,170 $11,180 $13,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,600 $15,370 $18,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,210–$3,120

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

Portable container

$2,420–$3,560

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

Full-service mover

$5,730–$8,520

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 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 Portland (destination)

Sysco Northern New England INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
284941
MC
1099777
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
85 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (207) 871-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dump Guy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2421539
MC
1270956
Based in
Scarborough, ME 04074 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (207) 450-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bisson Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9153
MC
237741
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (207) 514-1060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earle W Noyes & Sons Moving Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Earle W Noyes & Son

USDOT
51022
MC
38092
Based in
Portland, ME 04101 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (207) 775-5876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3486792
MC
1146232
Based in
Gorham, ME 04038 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (833) 737-6278 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & B Towinggateway Auto LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
859406
MC
383664
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (207) 772-4236 Route Verify on FMCSA

Local Muscle LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2162841
MC
822854
Based in
Portland, ME 04103 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (207) 370-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC

USDOT
2926493
MC
987632
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (207) 835-8440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Portland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,290 to $3,410 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,110 for a one-bedroom, $5,730 to $8,520 for a two-bedroom, $9,170 to $13,640 for a three-bedroom and $12,600 to $18,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portland from Mobile?

About 1,566 road miles (1,327 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Maine 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 Portland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,210 to $3,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,420 to $3,560. 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–Portland corridor.