Providence, RI → Norwalk, CT · Short-haul move
About 136 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,280–$3,390, delivery in 1–2 days, 330 carriers on the Providence side and 395 in Norwalk.
Moving from Providence to Norwalk is a short-haul move of roughly 136 road miles, heading southwest from Rhode Island to Connecticut.
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 3 h 3 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,280 and $3,390, before packing or storage.
On the Providence side there are 330 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (253 of them authorized for interstate work), and 395 around Norwalk (163 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 Norwalk.
Providence has a population of about 195,310 and Norwalk about 92,000. Providence is considerably denser (10,377 people per square mile versus 3,984), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,010 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,370 | $1,670 | $2,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,280 | $2,780 | $3,390 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,640 | $4,440 | $5,420 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,010 | $6,110 | $7,450 |
$290–$410
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,140–$1,680
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,280–$3,390
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Providence, RI → Norwalk, CT. 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: Unfi Transport LLC
Legal name: Cvs Transportation LLC
Legal name: Delivery Management Services INC
Legal name: Air Express International USA INC
Legal name: Junkluggers LLC
Legal name: J B Moving Services INC
Legal name: Narod INC
Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $1,370 to $2,030 for a one-bedroom, $2,280 to $3,390 for a two-bedroom, $3,640 to $5,420 for a three-bedroom and $5,010 to $7,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 136 road miles (115 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 3 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 Rhode Island into Connecticut 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 $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Providence–Norwalk corridor.