Schenectady, NY → Binghamton, NY · Short-haul move
About 132 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,510–$3,730, delivery in 1–2 days, 209 carriers on the Schenectady side and 77 in Binghamton.
Moving from Schenectady to Binghamton is a short-haul move of roughly 132 road miles, heading southwest within New York.
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 59 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,510 and $3,730, before packing or storage.
On the Schenectady side there are 209 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (88 of them authorized for interstate work), and 77 around Binghamton (33 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 Binghamton.
Schenectady has a population of about 68,000 and Binghamton about 47,000. Schenectady is considerably denser (6,203 people per square mile versus 4,578), 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 | $1,500 | $1,830 | $2,230 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,500 | $1,830 | $2,240 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,510 | $3,060 | $3,730 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,010 | $4,890 | $5,970 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,510 | $6,730 | $8,210 |
$290–$400
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,140–$1,670
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,510–$3,730
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.
Legal name: The Golub Corporation
Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC
Legal name: Serafini Transportation Corp
Legal name: Sunco Holding Corp
Legal name: Pettis Moving Company INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,500 to $2,230 for a studio, $1,500 to $2,240 for a one-bedroom, $2,510 to $3,730 for a two-bedroom, $4,010 to $5,970 for a three-bedroom and $5,510 to $8,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 132 road miles (112 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 59 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.
No. Because both Schenectady and Binghamton are in New York, 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,670. 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 Schenectady–Binghamton corridor.