Scranton, PA → Lexington, KY · Long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to Lexington

About 615 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,520–$5,240, delivery in 2–5 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 189 in Lexington.

615 miroad distance
11 h 18 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,520–$5,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: Lexington, Kentucky
Road distance: ≈ 615 miles (522 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 18 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 189 (71 interstate)

Reverse: Lexington → Scranton

Lexington sits about 615 miles southwest of Scranton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to Kentucky that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,520 to $5,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 18 min.

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 189 around Lexington (71 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 Lexington.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Lexington about 329,751. Scranton is considerably denser (3,016 people per square mile versus 1,137), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Kentucky than in Pennsylvania, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Scranton to Lexington

Full-service estimate for 615 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,110	$2,580	$3,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,630	$6,870	$8,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,750	$9,450	$11,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$930–$1,320

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

Portable container

$1,570–$2,310

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

Full-service mover

$3,520–$5,240

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Lexington (destination)

Phoenix Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 554279
MC: 273095
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (502) 863-0108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vascor LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 949444
MC: 213549
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (502) 570-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wildcat Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kentucky Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3406146
MC: 1097235
Based in: Lexington, KY 40505 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 336-1599 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elkchester Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1106494
MC: 403461
Based in: Lexington, KY 40508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (859) 254-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fedtrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1200180
MC: 507251
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (916) 904-2378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lexington Kentucky

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Dragon 1 LLC

USDOT: 4051348
MC: 1535271
Based in: Lexington, KY 40504 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 554-4616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vincent Fister INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 63040
MC: 126987
Based in: Lexington, KY 40509 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (859) 266-2153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighters Move U

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Firefighters Move U Ky

USDOT: 3413143
MC: 1649036
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 492-8067 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 189 movers in Lexington

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Lexington if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $2,110 to $3,140 for a one-bedroom, $3,520 to $5,240 for a two-bedroom, $5,630 to $8,380 for a three-bedroom and $7,750 to $11,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lexington from Scranton?

About 615 road miles (522 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 18 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Pennsylvania into Kentucky 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 Scranton to Lexington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $930 to $1,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,570 to $2,310. 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–Lexington corridor.