Scranton, PA → Allentown, PA · Short-haul move

Movers from Scranton to Allentown

About 67 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,330–$1,980, delivery in 1–2 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 424 in Allentown.

67 miroad distance
1 h 51 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,330–$1,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 67 miles (57 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 51 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Pennsylvania)
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 424 (296 interstate)

Reverse: Allentown → Scranton

Moving from Scranton to Allentown is a short-haul move of roughly 67 road miles, heading south within Pennsylvania.

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 1 h 51 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,330 and $1,980, before packing or storage.

On the Scranton side there are 264 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 424 around Allentown (296 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 Allentown.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Allentown about 126,044. Allentown is the denser city (7,150 people per square mile versus 3,016 in Scranton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Scranton to Allentown

Full-service estimate for 67 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$740	$910	$1,100
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$850	$1,040	$1,260
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,010	$2,460	$3,000
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,950	$3,600	$4,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,330–$1,980

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Scranton (origin)

Bolus Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38073
MC: 63838
Based in: Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 342-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Id Logistics Freight Lines LLC

USDOT: 38161
MC: 99567
Based in: Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 344-9801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Naro Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38205
MC: 138836
Based in: Covington Township, PA 18444 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 842-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burke Truckmen LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 240625
MC: 163376
Based in: Throop, PA 18512 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (570) 489-6940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dupont Motor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 573781
MC: 275930
Based in: Yatesville, PA 18640 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (570) 457-6645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emiliani Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 701292
MC: 324538
Based in: Jessup, PA 18434 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (570) 291-0230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cadden Bros Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1807709
MC: 657017
Based in: Olyphant, PA 18447 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (570) 489-4005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Matheson Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38187
MC: 70525
Based in: Forty Fort, PA 18704 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 288-5469 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 264 movers in Scranton

Near Allentown (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT: 268139
MC: 147923
Based in: Allentown, PA 18104 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ds Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1610595
MC: 595553
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (610) 395-4625 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1444559
MC: 545976
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171254
MC: 469678
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmrapp LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1245148
MC: 479105
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (610) 398-7071 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322506
MC: 1066356
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2053518
MC: 719083
Based in: Allentown, PA 18106 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256276
MC: 366606
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 424 movers in Allentown

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Scranton and Allentown is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Allentown with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scranton to Allentown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $740 to $1,100 for a studio, $850 to $1,260 for a one-bedroom, $1,330 to $1,980 for a two-bedroom, $2,010 to $3,000 for a three-bedroom and $2,950 to $4,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Allentown from Scranton?

About 67 road miles (57 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 51 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 Scranton and Allentown are in Pennsylvania, 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 Scranton to Allentown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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 Scranton–Allentown corridor.