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Tuscaloosa, AL → Bowling Green, KY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Bowling Green

About 314 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,470–$3,670, delivery in 1–3 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 128 in Bowling Green.

  • 314 miroad distance
  • 6 h 7 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,470–$3,6702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 314 miles (266 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 7 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination
128 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Bowling Green → Tuscaloosa

Moving from Tuscaloosa to Bowling Green is a regional long-distance move of roughly 314 road miles, heading north from Alabama to Kentucky.

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 $2,470 to $3,670 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 7 min.

On the Tuscaloosa side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 128 around Bowling Green (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 Bowling Green.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Bowling Green about 76,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,609 and 1,742 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Tuscaloosa to Bowling Green

Full-service estimate for 314 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,120 $1,370 $1,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,480 $1,810 $2,200
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,470 $3,010 $3,670
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,950 $4,810 $5,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,430 $6,620 $8,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$670

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,470–$3,670

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Tuscaloosa, AL → Bowling Green, KY. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Tuscaloosa (origin)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4357625
MC
1704689
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT
1310877
MC
652647
Based in
Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
362876
MC
214146
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT
911424
MC
606283
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3060563
MC
72972907
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
301906
Based in
Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2348521
MC
803764
Based in
Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4492165
MC
1775920
Based in
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

Near Bowling Green (destination)

As Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2184631
MC
758488
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
152 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (270) 780-5201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taz Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Taz Trucking INC

USDOT
1268158
MC
492697
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
93 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (270) 782-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluegrass Dedicated LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2159714
MC
750623
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
92 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (502) 957-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Star Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2369624
MC
812858
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Route Verify on FMCSA

Greenline Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632617
MC
602053
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (270) 796-8861 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1349293
MC
545266
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (270) 991-1753 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2116677
MC
737785
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (270) 320-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emirate Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2592057
MC
909331
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (270) 799-9769 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 128 movers in Bowling Green

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tuscaloosa to Bowling Green?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,120 to $1,670 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,200 for a one-bedroom, $2,470 to $3,670 for a two-bedroom, $3,950 to $5,870 for a three-bedroom and $5,430 to $8,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bowling Green from Tuscaloosa?

About 314 road miles (266 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 7 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa to Bowling Green?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Tuscaloosa–Bowling Green corridor.