Providence, RI

Norman, OK → Providence, RI · Cross-country move

Movers from Norman to Providence

About 1,731 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,230–$9,270, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Norman side and 330 in Providence.

  • 1,731 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,230–$9,2702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,731 miles (1,467 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination
330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Norman

Providence sits about 1,731 miles northeast of Norman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to Rhode Island 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 $6,230 to $9,270 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 30 hours (4 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 330 around Providence (253 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 Providence.

Norman has a population of about 130,943 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 716 in Norman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Rhode Island 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 Providence

Full-service estimate for 1,731 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,490 $3,040 $3,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,740 $4,560 $5,560
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,230 $7,590 $9,270
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,960 $12,150 $14,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,700 $16,710 $20,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,380–$3,360

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,770

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

Full-service mover

$6,230–$9,270

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 Providence (destination)

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
179097
MC
308546
Based in
Providence, RI 02903 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,222 trucks, 2,520 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cvs Health

Licensed interstate
USDOT
612151
MC
294309
Based in
Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
322 trucks, 342 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Castle Family Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3934248
MC
1459148
Based in
Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
91 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Rivas Linehaul INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3086040
MC
69304
Based in
Cranston, RI 02905 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Jireh Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3365162
MC
1078255
Based in
Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Dms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1432058
MC
541084
Based in
Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Sterling Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
106974
MC
133272
Based in
Cranston, RI 02921 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Jay Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2782376
MC
926696
Based in
North Attleborough, MA 02760 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 330 movers in Providence

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,490 to $3,710 for a studio, $3,740 to $5,560 for a one-bedroom, $6,230 to $9,270 for a two-bedroom, $9,960 to $14,820 for a three-bedroom and $13,700 to $20,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Norman?

About 1,731 road miles (1,467 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 Oklahoma into Rhode Island 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 Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,380 to $3,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,770. 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–Providence corridor.