Tuscaloosa, AL → Scranton, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Scranton

About 1,016 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,430–$6,590, delivery in 3–7 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 264 in Scranton.

1,016 miroad distance
18 h 13 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,430–$6,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
To: Scranton, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,016 miles (861 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 13 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 264 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Scranton → Tuscaloosa

Scranton sits about 1,016 miles northeast of Tuscaloosa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,430 to $6,590 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 13 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 264 around Scranton (187 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 Scranton.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Scranton about 76,000. Scranton is the denser city (3,016 people per square mile versus 1,609 in Tuscaloosa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Pennsylvania is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Tuscaloosa to Scranton

Full-service estimate for 1,016 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,770	$2,160	$2,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,660	$3,240	$3,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,430	$5,400	$6,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,090	$8,640	$10,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,740	$11,880	$14,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,110

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

Portable container

$1,930–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,430–$6,590

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

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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 Scranton (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Scranton if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,660 to $3,950 for a one-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,590 for a two-bedroom, $7,090 to $10,540 for a three-bedroom and $9,740 to $14,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scranton from Tuscaloosa?

About 1,016 road miles (861 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 13 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Pennsylvania 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 Scranton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,930 to $2,830. 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–Scranton corridor.