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Norman, OK → New Orleans, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Norman to New Orleans

About 661 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,500–$5,200, delivery in 2–5 days, 91 carriers on the Norman side and 227 in New Orleans.

  • 661 miroad distance
  • 12 h 6 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,500–$5,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 661 miles (560 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 6 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination
227 (125 interstate)

Reverse: New Orleans → Norman

The route from Norman, OK to New Orleans, LA covers roughly 661 miles by road, a southeast-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 $3,500 to $5,200 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 6 min.

On the Norman side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 227 around New Orleans (125 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 New Orleans.

Norman has a population of about 130,943 and New Orleans about 362,154. New Orleans is the denser city (2,265 people per square mile versus 716 in Norman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Norman to New Orleans

Full-service estimate for 661 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,400 $1,710 $2,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,100 $2,560 $3,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,500 $4,270 $5,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,600 $6,830 $8,330
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,700 $9,390 $11,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,370

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

Full-service mover

$3,500–$5,200

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 Norman (origin)

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Logistics LLC

USDOT
2858951
MC
957498
Based in
Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (214) 218-8344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Country Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1257866
MC
490991
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (405) 701-3067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surexpress Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398935
MC
531215
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (405) 272-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ball And Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2947842
MC
997948
Based in
Norman, OK 73072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (405) 778-1614 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Al Xander Traders LLC

USDOT
3892119
MC
1431252
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (405) 812-0787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Locke Supply Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
126365
MC
1416714
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73149 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (405) 631-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isa Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1445068
MC
546172
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (405) 600-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Serenity Moving Services LLC

USDOT
2439364
MC
988784
Based in
Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (405) 437-8243 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Norman

Near New Orleans (destination)

T C I Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Consultants INC

USDOT
330295
MC
213682
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (504) 734-0561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larsen Intermodal Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507293
MC
259966
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70129 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 243-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moon' S Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
467892
MC
446826
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 219-1895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genius Trucking LLC

USDOT
2597749
MC
912065
Based in
Metairie, LA 70002 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (504) 900-1501 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Machinery Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237453
MC
187098
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (504) 834-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haynes Motor Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
77755
MC
154678
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70117 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (504) 944-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perrone And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1484140
MC
1007901
Based in
Metairie, LA 70001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 455-3663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edwards Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1453720
MC
617938
Based in
Harvey, LA 70058 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 554-2122 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 227 movers in New Orleans

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Norman to New Orleans?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $2,100 to $3,120 for a one-bedroom, $3,500 to $5,200 for a two-bedroom, $5,600 to $8,330 for a three-bedroom and $7,700 to $11,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Orleans from Norman?

About 661 road miles (560 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 6 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 Oklahoma into Louisiana 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 Norman to New Orleans?

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 $2,370. 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 Norman–New Orleans corridor.