Buffalo, NY

Omaha, NE → Buffalo, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to Buffalo

About 1,047 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,140–$7,650, delivery in 3–7 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 302 in Buffalo.

  • 1,047 miroad distance
  • 18 h 45 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,140–$7,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,047 miles (887 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 45 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination
302 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Buffalo → Omaha

The route from Omaha, NE to Buffalo, NY covers roughly 1,047 miles by road, a east-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 $5,140 to $7,650 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 18 h 45 min.

On the Omaha side there are 318 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (200 of them authorized for interstate work), and 302 around Buffalo (91 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 Buffalo.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Buffalo about 274,613. Buffalo is the denser city (6,890 people per square mile versus 3,433 in Omaha), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Nebraska, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Omaha to Buffalo

Full-service estimate for 1,047 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,090 $3,760 $4,590
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,140 $6,270 $7,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,230 $10,030 $12,240
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,310 $13,800 $16,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,530–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$5,140–$7,650

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Omaha (origin)

Amcon Distributing Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
300388
MC
76939
Based in
Omaha, NE 68122 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
459 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Accutran

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
193227
MC
155796
Based in
Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
313 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

H & M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
290983
MC
198858
Based in
Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
280 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Ford Storage & Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
563314
MC
254535
Based in
Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
240 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Go Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1496724
MC
562575
Based in
Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Select Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1098759
MC
448741
Based in
Omaha, NE 68127 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Nebraska Atlantic Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
597730
MC
288243
Based in
LA Vista, NE 68128 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Jibreel Amin Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2009496
MC
708519
Based in
Omaha, NE 68134 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 318 movers in Omaha

Near Buffalo (destination)

Tops Friendly Markets

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1043805
MC
438928
Based in
Lancaster, NY 14086 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Regional Logistics Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
672523
MC
311416
Based in
Buffalo, NY 14213 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3356419
MC
1074016
Based in
Cheektowaga, NY 14227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Raine Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1711438
MC
627859
Based in
West Seneca, NY 14224 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Copebestway Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
142382
MC
140349
Based in
Cheektowaga, NY 14212 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Productive Transportation Carrier Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
572094
MC
278056
Based in
Tonawanda, NY 14150 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Wayfinder Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3104397
MC
79366
Based in
Buffalo, NY 14216 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Fda Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1613148
MC
596406
Based in
Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 302 movers in Buffalo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Omaha to Buffalo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,060 to $3,060 for a studio, $3,090 to $4,590 for a one-bedroom, $5,140 to $7,650 for a two-bedroom, $8,230 to $12,240 for a three-bedroom and $11,310 to $16,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buffalo from Omaha?

About 1,047 road miles (887 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 45 min.

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 Nebraska 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 Omaha to Buffalo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,530 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Omaha–Buffalo corridor.