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Saginaw, MI → Ann Arbor, MI · Short-haul move

Movers from Saginaw to Ann Arbor

About 94 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,420–$2,110, delivery in 1–2 days, 87 carriers on the Saginaw side and 229 in Ann Arbor.

  • 94 miroad distance
  • 2 h 19 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,420–$2,1102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 94 miles (80 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 19 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Michigan)
Movers at origin
87 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
229 (112 interstate)

Reverse: Ann Arbor → Saginaw

The route from Saginaw, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers roughly 94 miles by road, a south-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 19 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,420 and $2,110, before packing or storage.

On the Saginaw side there are 87 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 229 around Ann Arbor (112 interstate). For an in-state 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 Ann Arbor.

Saginaw has a population of about 44,000 and Ann Arbor about 122,233. Ann Arbor is the denser city (4,392 people per square mile versus 2,586 in Saginaw), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Saginaw to Ann Arbor

Full-service estimate for 94 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $810 $990 $1,210
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $920 $1,120 $1,360
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,420 $1,730 $2,110
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,110 $2,570 $3,140
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,050 $3,730 $4,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,420–$2,110

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 Saginaw (origin)

Ground Zero Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1328076
MC
804002
Based in
Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (989) 401-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Towing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1956614
MC
963910
Based in
Saginaw, MI 48603 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (989) 399-0385 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & M Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
539473
MC
268845
Based in
Reese, MI 48757 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (989) 868-9746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tri-City

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Tri-City INC

USDOT
3834093
MC
1391917
Based in
Bay City, MI 48706 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (989) 895-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

O&r Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3955048
MC
1473193
Based in
Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (989) 280-2452 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&l Trucking And Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3862307
MC
1411305
Based in
Bridgeport, MI 48722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (989) 392-3656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mwp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2388910
MC
821048
Based in
Carrollton, MI 48724 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (321) 482-3070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooks Freight & Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loyalty Entertainment LLC

USDOT
4342386
MC
1706836
Based in
Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (313) 326-1636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 87 movers in Saginaw

Near Ann Arbor (destination)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
241829
MC
165377
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Route Verify on FMCSA

A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
296052
MC
192625
Based in
Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT
186721
MC
163645
Based in
Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT
3307370
MC
1049987
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3093121
MC
73065
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3454345
MC
1125919
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
610538
MC
293651
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT
2974615
MC
10764
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Saginaw to Ann Arbor?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $810 to $1,210 for a studio, $920 to $1,360 for a one-bedroom, $1,420 to $2,110 for a two-bedroom, $2,110 to $3,140 for a three-bedroom and $3,050 to $4,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ann Arbor from Saginaw?

About 94 road miles (80 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Saginaw and Ann Arbor are in Michigan, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Saginaw to Ann Arbor?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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 Saginaw–Ann Arbor corridor.