Portsmouth, NH → Augusta, ME · Short-haul move
About 121 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,120–$3,150, delivery in 1–2 days, 51 carriers on the Portsmouth side and 129 in Augusta.
The route from Portsmouth, NH to Augusta, ME covers roughly 121 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 47 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,120 and $3,150, before packing or storage.
On the Portsmouth side there are 51 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (38 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.
Portsmouth has a population of about 23,000 and Augusta about 19,000. Portsmouth is considerably denser (1,402 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Maine does collect a state income tax, unlike New Hampshire, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,290 | $1,580 | $1,920 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,290 | $1,580 | $1,920 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,120 | $2,580 | $3,150 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,390 | $4,130 | $5,040 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,650 | $5,680 | $6,930 |
$270–$390
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,130–$1,660
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,120–$3,150
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Portsmouth, NH → Augusta, ME. 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: Crowded Street Holdings LLC
Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC
Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC
Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,290 to $1,920 for a one-bedroom, $2,120 to $3,150 for a two-bedroom, $3,390 to $5,040 for a three-bedroom and $4,650 to $6,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 121 road miles (102 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 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 New Hampshire into Maine 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 $270 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Portsmouth–Augusta corridor.