Louisville, KY

Omaha, NE → Louisville, KY · Long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to Louisville

About 699 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,620–$5,390, delivery in 2–5 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 401 in Louisville.

  • 699 miroad distance
  • 12 h 45 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,620–$5,3902-bedroom estimate
Photo: Charles Delano of LouisvilleUSACE - Louisville District of the US Army Corp of Engineers · CC BY 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 699 miles (593 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 45 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination
401 (245 interstate)

Reverse: Louisville → Omaha

Louisville sits about 699 miles east of Omaha, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Kentucky 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 $3,620 to $5,390 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 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 401 around Louisville (245 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 Louisville.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Louisville about 641,962. Omaha is considerably denser (3,433 people per square mile versus 1,948), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Omaha to Louisville

Full-service estimate for 699 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,450 $1,770 $2,160
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,170 $2,650 $3,240
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,620 $4,420 $5,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,800 $7,070 $8,630
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,970 $9,720 $11,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,020–$1,440

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,420

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

Full-service mover

$3,620–$5,390

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Omaha, NE → Louisville, KY. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Louisville (destination)

Summitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
912424
MC
395146
Based in
Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Product Distribution Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
230522
MC
161523
Based in
Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
103 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Kentucky Container Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215501
MC
160261
Based in
Louisville, KY 40219 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
94 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Arman Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1282568
MC
501603
Based in
Louisville, KY 40211 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Tsi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1145145
MC
430708
Based in
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Xlg Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1238768
MC
487788
Based in
Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Fc Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1390662
MC
529189
Based in
Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

B & J Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
450803
MC
215301
Based in
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

All 401 movers in Louisville

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,160 for a studio, $2,170 to $3,240 for a one-bedroom, $3,620 to $5,390 for a two-bedroom, $5,800 to $8,630 for a three-bedroom and $7,970 to $11,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Louisville from Omaha?

About 699 road miles (593 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 45 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 Nebraska into Kentucky 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 Louisville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,020 to $1,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,420. 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–Louisville corridor.