Philadelphia, PA

Norman, OK → Philadelphia, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Norman to Philadelphia

About 1,482 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,590–$8,310, delivery in 3–7 days, 91 carriers on the Norman side and 1,658 in Philadelphia.

  • 1,482 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,590–$8,3102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,482 miles (1,256 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,658 (1,138 interstate)

Reverse: Philadelphia → Norman

Philadelphia sits about 1,482 miles east of Norman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,590 to $8,310 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 1,658 around Philadelphia (1,138 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 Philadelphia.

Norman has a population of about 130,943 and Philadelphia about 1.6 million. Philadelphia is the denser city (11,933 people per square mile versus 716 in Norman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Pennsylvania is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Norman to Philadelphia

Full-service estimate for 1,482 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,230 $2,720 $3,320
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,590 $6,810 $8,310
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,940 $10,900 $13,300
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,290 $14,990 $18,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,120–$3,000

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

Portable container

$2,340–$3,450

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

Full-service mover

$5,590–$8,310

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
USDOT
2858951
MC
957498
Based in
Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

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

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

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

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2439364
MC
988784
Based in
Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 91 movers in Norman

Near Philadelphia (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
751209
MC
339982
Based in
Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
398991
MC
481594
Based in
Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2784879
MC
927952
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3020074
MC
37720
Based in
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Silkroad Tranz INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318392
MC
936900
Based in
Warmminster, PA 18974 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3815917
MC
1378977
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4570815
MC
1818083
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3383225
MC
1086171
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Norman to Philadelphia?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,230 to $3,320 for a studio, $3,350 to $4,990 for a one-bedroom, $5,590 to $8,310 for a two-bedroom, $8,940 to $13,300 for a three-bedroom and $12,290 to $18,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Philadelphia from Norman?

About 1,482 road miles (1,256 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 Oklahoma into Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,120 to $3,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,340 to $3,450. 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–Philadelphia corridor.