Montpelier, VT → Saratoga Springs, NY · Short-haul move

Movers from Montpelier to Saratoga Springs

About 121 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,290–$3,400, delivery in 1–2 days, 33 carriers on the Montpelier side and 77 in Saratoga Springs.

121 miroad distance
2 h 47 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,290–$3,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montpelier, Vermont
To: Saratoga Springs, New York
Road distance: ≈ 121 miles (102 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 47 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 77 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Saratoga Springs → Montpelier

Moving from Montpelier to Saratoga Springs is a short-haul move of roughly 121 road miles, heading southwest from Vermont to New York.

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 47 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,290 and $3,400, before packing or storage.

On the Montpelier side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 77 around Saratoga Springs (34 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 Saratoga Springs.

Montpelier has a population of about 8,000 and Saratoga Springs about 29,000. The two cities have comparable density (803 and 1,015 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New York is a higher-cost state than Vermont, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montpelier to Saratoga Springs

Full-service estimate for 121 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,290	$2,790	$3,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,660	$4,460	$5,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,030	$6,140	$7,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,290–$3,400

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Montpelier (origin)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86320
MC: 116362
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 309032
MC: 1610426
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2569886
MC: 898110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4580446
MC: 1823242
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT: 2301137
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Rossi

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2008273
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (802) 279-3262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2403110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 472791
MC: 966576
Based in: Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

Near Saratoga Springs (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arnoff Moving & Storage Of Albany INC

USDOT: 1041699
MC: 422644
Based in: Malta, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (518) 553-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics One Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 566783
MC: 275859
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (518) 587-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sacandaga Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3959312
MC: 1521636
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (518) 577-4365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trackvista

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4290734
MC: 1669439
Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (518) 620-3766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paradigm Property Preservation Incorporated

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4098912
Based in: Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (518) 570-0991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tom Clothier Jr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355971
MC: 944300
Based in: Stillwater, NY 12170 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Henry J Moak Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Henry J Moak

USDOT: 146126
Based in: Schuylerville, NY 12871 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 744-4683 Route Verify on FMCSA

North West Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Marina Shlomovich

USDOT: 1483043
MC: 889880
Based in: Galway, NY 12074 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (518) 848-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Saratoga Springs

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Montpelier and Saratoga Springs is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Saratoga Springs with daylight to spare.
Check Vermont 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montpelier to Saratoga Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,080 for a one-bedroom, $2,290 to $3,400 for a two-bedroom, $3,660 to $5,440 for a three-bedroom and $5,030 to $7,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Saratoga Springs from Montpelier?

About 121 road miles (102 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 47 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 Vermont 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 Montpelier to Saratoga Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Montpelier–Saratoga Springs corridor.