Norwalk, CT → Lowell, MA · Regional long-distance move
About 179 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,580–$3,840, delivery in 1–2 days, 395 carriers on the Norwalk side and 215 in Lowell.
The route from Norwalk, CT to Lowell, MA covers roughly 179 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,580 to $3,840 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 47 min.
On the Norwalk side there are 395 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (163 of them authorized for interstate work), and 215 around Lowell (152 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 Lowell.
Norwalk has a population of about 92,000 and Lowell about 119,971. Lowell is the denser city (8,497 people per square mile versus 3,984 in Norwalk), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Connecticut, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,430 | $1,740 | $2,120 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,550 | $1,890 | $2,300 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,580 | $3,150 | $3,840 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,130 | $5,030 | $6,140 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,680 | $6,920 | $8,450 |
$330–$470
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,180–$1,730
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,580–$3,840
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Norwalk, CT → Lowell, MA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Air Express International USA INC
Legal name: Junkluggers LLC
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Legal name: Narod INC
Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC
Legal name: J & M Installations
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,430 to $2,120 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,300 for a one-bedroom, $2,580 to $3,840 for a two-bedroom, $4,130 to $6,140 for a three-bedroom and $5,680 to $8,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 179 road miles (152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 47 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Connecticut into Massachusetts 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,730. 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.
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 Norwalk–Lowell corridor.