Palmer Dedicated Logistics LLC
- 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
Springfield, MA → New Bedford, MA · Short-haul move
About 104 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,340–$3,490, delivery in 1–2 days, 213 carriers on the Springfield side and 80 in New Bedford.
New Bedford sits about 104 miles east of Springfield, so this is an in-state move 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 30 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,340 and $3,490, 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 80 around New Bedford (56 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 New Bedford.
Springfield has a population of about 154,702 and New Bedford about 101,834. The two cities have comparable density (4,888 and 5,054 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,480 | $1,800 | $2,200 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,480 | $1,800 | $2,200 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,340 | $2,860 | $3,490 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,750 | $4,570 | $5,580 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,160 | $6,290 | $7,670 |
$260–$360
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,110–$1,640
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,340–$3,490
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Springfield, MA → New Bedford, MA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,200 for a one-bedroom, $2,340 to $3,490 for a two-bedroom, $3,750 to $5,580 for a three-bedroom and $5,160 to $7,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 104 road miles (88 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 30 min.
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.
No. Because both Springfield and New Bedford are in Massachusetts, 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,640. 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.
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–New Bedford corridor.