Scranton, PA → Schenectady, NY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to Schenectady

About 155 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,370–$3,530, delivery in 1–2 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 209 in Schenectady.

155 miroad distance
3 h 22 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,370–$3,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: Schenectady, New York
Road distance: ≈ 155 miles (131 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 22 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 209 (88 interstate)

Reverse: Schenectady → Scranton

The route from Scranton, PA to Schenectady, NY covers roughly 155 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,370 to $3,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 22 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 209 around Schenectady (88 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 Schenectady.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Schenectady about 68,000. Schenectady is the denser city (6,203 people per square mile versus 3,016 in Scranton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Scranton to Schenectady

Full-service estimate for 155 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,370	$1,660	$2,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,420	$1,740	$2,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,800	$4,630	$5,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,220	$6,370	$7,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,370–$3,530

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 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 Schenectady (destination)

Price Chopper Supermarkets

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Golub Corporation

USDOT: 42798
MC: 488246
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12306 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 379-1874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 209 movers in Schenectady

Tips for this move

Plan a first-night kit for Schenectady: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $1,420 to $2,120 for a one-bedroom, $2,370 to $3,530 for a two-bedroom, $3,800 to $5,650 for a three-bedroom and $5,220 to $7,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Schenectady from Scranton?

About 155 road miles (131 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 22 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania into New York 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 Schenectady?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,700. 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–Schenectady corridor.