Prescott, AZ → Montpelier, VT · Cross-country move

Movers from Prescott to Montpelier

About 2,603 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,870–$11,710, delivery in 7–14 days, 32 carriers on the Prescott side and 33 in Montpelier.

2,603 miroad distance
45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,870–$11,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Prescott, Arizona
To: Montpelier, Vermont
Road distance: ≈ 2,603 miles (2,206 straight-line)
Drive time: 45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Montpelier → Prescott

Moving from Prescott to Montpelier is a cross-country move of roughly 2,603 road miles, heading northeast from Arizona to Vermont.

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 $7,870 to $11,710 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Prescott side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Montpelier (21 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 Montpelier.

Prescott has a population of about 47,000 and Montpelier about 8,000. The two cities have comparable density (931 and 803 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Prescott to Montpelier

Full-service estimate for 2,603 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,150	$3,840	$4,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,720	$5,760	$7,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,870	$9,600	$11,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,590	$15,360	$18,730
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,310	$21,120	$25,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,570–$5,050

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

Portable container

$3,340–$4,920

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

Full-service mover

$7,870–$11,710

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

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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 Prescott (origin)

Bunker Sawmill LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687189
MC: 319210
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (928) 445-2374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Overall Moving Az

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4322387
MC: 1686812
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (928) 277-5822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movingon LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3244801
MC: 1130380
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86301 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 910-6235 Route Verify on FMCSA

Run And See Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Run And See Moving Assistants LLC

USDOT: 3310584
MC: 1051514
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 848-5561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cts

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Trucking Services LLC

USDOT: 3338136
MC: 1064964
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (626) 557-5934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moore Reliable Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9230429
MC: 56867896
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (480) 768-8824 Route Verify on FMCSA

McWhites North American

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: McWhites Transfer INC

USDOT: 533395
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (928) 772-9854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank & Jesse James Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Bianconi Properties LLC

USDOT: 1900966
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 445-5688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Prescott

Near Montpelier (destination)

Bellavance Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 86320
MC: 116362
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (802) 479-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Candy Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 309032
MC: 1610426
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (802) 476-6689 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Piano Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2569886
MC: 898110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (802) 249-1912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Catrachingo Foods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4580446
MC: 1823242
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (802) 318-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jr Lacourse

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: James Lacourse

USDOT: 2301137
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (802) 279-4524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Rossi

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2008273
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (802) 279-3262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Douglas S Crowningshield

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2403110
Based in: Barre, VT 05641 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (802) 249-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casella Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 472791
MC: 966576
Based in: Pittsford, VT 05763 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (802) 773-0052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Montpelier

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Montpelier accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Prescott to Montpelier?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,150 to $4,680 for a studio, $4,720 to $7,030 for a one-bedroom, $7,870 to $11,710 for a two-bedroom, $12,590 to $18,730 for a three-bedroom and $17,310 to $25,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montpelier from Prescott?

About 2,603 road miles (2,206 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Arizona into Vermont 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 Prescott to Montpelier?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,570 to $5,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,340 to $4,920. 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 Prescott–Montpelier corridor.