Springfield, MA → Danbury, CT · Short-haul move

Movers from Springfield to Danbury

About 82 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,630–$2,420, delivery in 1–2 days, 213 carriers on the Springfield side and 135 in Danbury.

82 miroad distance
2 h 7 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,630–$2,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Springfield, Massachusetts
To: Danbury, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 82 miles (69 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 7 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 213 (155 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Danbury → Springfield

Danbury sits about 82 miles southwest of Springfield, which makes this an interstate relocation from Massachusetts to Connecticut that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 7 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,630 and $2,420, before packing or storage.

On the Springfield side there are 213 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (155 of them authorized for interstate work), and 135 around Danbury (97 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 Danbury.

Springfield has a population of about 154,702 and Danbury about 87,000. Springfield is considerably denser (4,888 people per square mile versus 2,059), 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 Connecticut than in Massachusetts, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Springfield to Danbury

Full-service estimate for 82 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$920	$1,130	$1,370
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,050	$1,280	$1,560
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,630	$1,980	$2,420
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,440	$2,980	$3,630
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,550	$4,330	$5,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,630–$2,420

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 Springfield (origin)

Palmer Dedicated Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1385753
MC: 527864
Based in: Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (413) 579-5035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poulin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 588111
MC: 285069
Based in: Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (860) 668-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flemings Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 565153
MC: 222754
Based in: Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 225-0249 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dm Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3086680
MC: 69622
Based in: Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (413) 886-9309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kaz Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 822415
MC: 362564
Based in: Ellington, CT 06029 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (860) 680-3356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jason Broom DBA Affordable Waste Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Affordable Waste Solutions INC

USDOT: 2272542
MC: 1092581
Based in: Hampden, MA 01036 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (413) 244-1943 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Clark Relocations LLC

USDOT: 3733749
MC: 1319014
Based in: Chicopee, MA 01013 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Boomerang

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Boomerang Storage LLC

USDOT: 2204901
MC: 765077
Based in: Ludlow, MA 01056 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (413) 535-3200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Springfield

Near Danbury (destination)

Werner Final Mile

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New England Home Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 1452227
MC: 575560
Based in: Monroe, CT 06468 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 820-3955 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Support Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 973901
MC: 413112
Based in: Patterson, NY 12563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 294 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (845) 306-3200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy Relocation & Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Clancy Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 265038
MC: 76840
Based in: Patterson, NY 12563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 56 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (845) 878-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lil Petes Automotive 2 INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3146309
MC: 1518249
Based in: Brewster, NY 10509 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (845) 287-0139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Murphy Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armagh Transport LLC

USDOT: 2633811
MC: 934607
Based in: Brewster, NY 10509 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (866) 719-4209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Continuum International Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 601324
MC: 289773
Based in: Brookfield, CT 06804 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (203) 740-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grand Prix Motors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 735423
MC: 608106
Based in: Danbury, CT 06810 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (203) 743-3737 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: A&d Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3282814
MC: 1038181
Based in: Danbury, CT 06810 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (203) 300-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Danbury

Tips for this move

Check Massachusetts 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.
Confirm whether travel time between Springfield and Danbury is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Springfield to Danbury?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $920 to $1,370 for a studio, $1,050 to $1,560 for a one-bedroom, $1,630 to $2,420 for a two-bedroom, $2,440 to $3,630 for a three-bedroom and $3,550 to $5,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Danbury from Springfield?

About 82 road miles (69 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 7 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Massachusetts into Connecticut 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 Springfield to Danbury?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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 Springfield–Danbury corridor.