Omaha, NE → Newport, RI · Cross-country move

Movers from Omaha to Newport

About 1,508 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,960–$8,870, delivery in 5–10 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 30 in Newport.

1,508 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,960–$8,8702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Omaha, Nebraska
To: Newport, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 1,508 miles (1,278 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination: 30 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Newport → Omaha

Moving from Omaha to Newport is a cross-country move of roughly 1,508 road miles, heading east from Nebraska to Rhode Island.

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 $5,960 to $8,870 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 30 around Newport (17 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 Newport.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Newport about 25,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,433 and 3,287 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Rhode Island 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 Newport

Full-service estimate for 1,508 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,390	$2,910	$3,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,580	$4,360	$5,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,960	$7,270	$8,870
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,540	$11,640	$14,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,120	$16,000	$19,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,150–$3,030

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

Portable container

$2,370–$3,480

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

Full-service mover

$5,960–$8,870

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

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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

Call (402) 331-3727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accutran

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Specialists LTD

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

Call (402) 895-9610 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (402) 431-9410 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (402) 592-5455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Greater Omaha Express LLC

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

Call (402) 731-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (402) 935-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (402) 332-0200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jibreel Amin Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peace Messenger Transport INC

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

Call (531) 344-6147 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 318 movers in Omaha

Near Newport (destination)

Rhody Transportation & Warehousing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50625
MC: 120639
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (401) 294-0037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bill'S Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert A Lantz

USDOT: 769983
MC: 345529
Based in: Tiverton, RI 02878 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (401) 683-1017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Easy Does It Moving And More

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Easy Does It LLC

USDOT: 4389952
MC: 1722009
Based in: Narragansett, RI 02882 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (401) 545-6078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Ahead Ri

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Streamline LLC

USDOT: 3693175
MC: 1729361
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (401) 595-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mercado Exchange LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3982254
MC: 1491310
Based in: Middletown, RI 02842 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 395-4588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Eldridge

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1792318
MC: 846702
Based in: Wakefield, RI 02879 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seaside Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Michael P Mellar

USDOT: 369398
Based in: Narragansett, RI 02882 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (401) 789-2314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mgm Moving & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mgm Express Movers INC

USDOT: 1167091
MC: 470414
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (401) 722-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 30 movers in Newport

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,390 to $3,550 for a studio, $3,580 to $5,320 for a one-bedroom, $5,960 to $8,870 for a two-bedroom, $9,540 to $14,200 for a three-bedroom and $13,120 to $19,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newport from Omaha?

About 1,508 road miles (1,278 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 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 Nebraska 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 Omaha to Newport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,150 to $3,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,370 to $3,480. 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–Newport corridor.