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Saginaw, MI → Bloomington, IN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Saginaw to Bloomington

About 381 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,820–$4,200, delivery in 1–3 days, 87 carriers on the Saginaw side and 56 in Bloomington.

  • 381 miroad distance
  • 7 h 16 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,820–$4,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 381 miles (323 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 16 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
87 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
56 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Saginaw

Moving from Saginaw to Bloomington is a regional long-distance move of roughly 381 road miles, heading southwest from Michigan to Indiana.

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 $2,820 to $4,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 16 min.

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 56 around Bloomington (32 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 Bloomington.

Saginaw has a population of about 44,000 and Bloomington about 80,000. Bloomington is the denser city (3,405 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 Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 381 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,750
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,690 $2,060 $2,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,820 $3,440 $4,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,510 $5,500 $6,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,200 $7,570 $9,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$760

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,000

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

Full-service mover

$2,820–$4,200

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Saginaw, MI → Bloomington, IN. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Bloomington (destination)

Full-O-Pep Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1004177
MC
425944
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47403 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (812) 333-7496 Route Verify on FMCSA

R W Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
811805
MC
372331
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (812) 336-3806 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Better Way Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1886253
MC
679700
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (812) 339-9995 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Soft Touch Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A Craft Moving And Storage INC

USDOT
707793
MC
331362
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (812) 333-4755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fleet 79 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4020507
MC
1516332
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (812) 200-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Markdown Store And Mc Wholesale LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elliswholesale LLC

USDOT
4121689
MC
1576508
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (317) 851-6706 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Movers & Junk Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: College Movers & Junk Hauling LLC

USDOT
3008354
MC
1026090
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47404 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (812) 228-8300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gruntz Junk Removal LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4391747
Based in
Bloomington, IN 47401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (812) 671-4968 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Bloomington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Saginaw to Bloomington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,690 to $2,520 for a one-bedroom, $2,820 to $4,200 for a two-bedroom, $4,510 to $6,710 for a three-bedroom and $6,200 to $9,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Saginaw?

About 381 road miles (323 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 16 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Michigan into Indiana 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 Saginaw to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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–Bloomington corridor.