Scranton, PA → White Plains, NY · Short-haul move

Movers from Scranton to White Plains

About 121 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,240–$3,330, delivery in 1–2 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 369 in White Plains.

121 miroad distance
2 h 47 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,240–$3,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: White Plains, New York
Road distance: ≈ 121 miles (103 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 47 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 369 (163 interstate)

Reverse: White Plains → Scranton

Moving from Scranton to White Plains is a short-haul move of roughly 121 road miles, heading east from Pennsylvania to 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 47 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,240 and $3,330, 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 369 around White Plains (163 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 White Plains.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and White Plains about 60,000. White Plains is the denser city (6,117 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 White Plains

Full-service estimate for 121 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	$1,370	$1,660	$2,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,240	$2,730	$3,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,580	$4,360	$5,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,920	$6,000	$7,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,240–$3,330

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 White Plains (destination)

Hendrickson Bus Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hendrickson Bus Company

USDOT: 382112
MC: 729161
Based in: Bayville, NY 11709 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86580
MC: 729893
Based in: Port Washington, NY 11050 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT: 25982
MC: 134689
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10710 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oz Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1058063
MC: 439945
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (212) 452-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zoo Kiss Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3272485
MC: 1033366
Based in: Haworth, NJ 07641 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 29 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 588-0349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Veral Corp

USDOT: 292755
MC: 185639
Based in: White Plains, NY 10606 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (914) 761-2528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collins Brothers Moving Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 153404
MC: 51369
Based in: Larchmont, NY 10538 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (914) 834-0048 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 369 movers in White Plains

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in White Plains with daylight to spare.
Check Pennsylvania intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scranton to White Plains?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $1,370 to $2,030 for a one-bedroom, $2,240 to $3,330 for a two-bedroom, $3,580 to $5,320 for a three-bedroom and $4,920 to $7,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is White Plains from Scranton?

About 121 road miles (103 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 47 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 White Plains?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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–White Plains corridor.