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Montgomery, AL → Lafayette, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Montgomery to Lafayette

About 658 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,470–$5,170, delivery in 2–5 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 55 in Lafayette.

  • 658 miroad distance
  • 12 h 3 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,470–$5,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 658 miles (557 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 3 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Montgomery

The route from Montgomery, AL to Lafayette, IN covers roughly 658 miles by road, a north-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 $3,470 to $5,170 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 12 h 3 min.

On the Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Lafayette (44 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 Lafayette.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and Lafayette about 72,000. Lafayette is the denser city (2,409 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 658 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,390 $1,690 $2,070
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,080 $2,540 $3,100
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,470 $4,230 $5,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,560 $6,780 $8,270
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,640 $9,320 $11,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,360

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

Full-service mover

$3,470–$5,170

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Montgomery, AL → Lafayette, IN. 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 Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT
1547293
MC
1782606
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2074918
MC
724880
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1459725
MC
551427
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3285931
MC
1039730
Based in
Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1232137
MC
487744
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860706
MC
1410244
Based in
Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2125239
MC
812350
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT
1188260
MC
474230
Based in
Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near Lafayette (destination)

Prime Road Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2820314
MC
940394
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (773) 877-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

A M T Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1178595
MC
471764
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (765) 471-8216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
549556
MC
271281
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (765) 589-1737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct In LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4047384
MC
1532905
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (415) 800-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

M & B Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3877960
MC
1421840
Based in
Mulberry, IN 46058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 242-1427 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boxed By Universal Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4429374
MC
1742605
Based in
West Lafayette, IN 47906 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (765) 413-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Codise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2584517
MC
905509
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (765) 586-9540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep It Moving 360 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3955068
MC
1473210
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 607-3698 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Lafayette

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,390 to $2,070 for a studio, $2,080 to $3,100 for a one-bedroom, $3,470 to $5,170 for a two-bedroom, $5,560 to $8,270 for a three-bedroom and $7,640 to $11,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Montgomery?

About 658 road miles (557 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 3 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 Alabama into Indiana 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 Montgomery to Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,360. 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 Montgomery–Lafayette corridor.