Warren, MI → Providence, RI · Long-distance move

Movers from Warren to Providence

About 703 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,980–$5,930, delivery in 2–5 days, 780 carriers on the Warren side and 330 in Providence.

703 miroad distance
12 h 49 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,980–$5,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Warren, Michigan
To: Providence, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 703 miles (596 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 49 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 780 (334 interstate)
Movers at destination: 330 (253 interstate)

Reverse: Providence → Warren

The route from Warren, MI to Providence, RI covers roughly 703 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,980 to $5,930 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 49 min.

On the Warren side there are 780 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (334 of them authorized for interstate work), and 330 around Providence (253 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 Providence.

Warren has a population of about 137,138 and Providence about 195,310. Providence is the denser city (10,377 people per square mile versus 4,052 in Warren), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Rhode Island is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Warren to Providence

Full-service estimate for 703 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,590	$1,940	$2,370
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,390	$2,910	$3,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,980	$4,860	$5,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,370	$7,770	$9,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,760	$10,690	$13,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,020–$1,440

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

Portable container

$1,650–$2,420

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

Full-service mover

$3,980–$5,930

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Warren (origin)

Priority Waste

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Priority Waste LLC

USDOT: 3097519
Based in: Clinton Township, MI 48038 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 859 trucks, 682 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 228-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

McClay Transportation USA LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465324
MC: 852043
Based in: Harrison Township, MI 48045 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 96 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (810) 533-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miami Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3091915
MC: 72427
Based in: Dearborn, MI 48126 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 82 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (248) 214-1745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistic One LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1339068
MC: 515593
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (586) 775-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

General Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1556061
MC: 578193
Based in: Warren, MI 48091 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (866) 943-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 780 movers in Warren

Near Providence (destination)

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Unfi Transport LLC

USDOT: 179097
MC: 308546
Based in: Providence, RI 02903 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,222 trucks, 2,520 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 851-9461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cvs Health

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cvs Transportation LLC

USDOT: 612151
MC: 294309
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 322 trucks, 342 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (937) 430-1863 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castle Family Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3934248
MC: 1459148
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (223) 260-9934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rivas Linehaul INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3086040
MC: 69304
Based in: Cranston, RI 02905 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (347) 691-4149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jireh Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3365162
MC: 1078255
Based in: Woonsocket, RI 02895 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 258-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delivery Management Services INC

USDOT: 1432058
MC: 541084
Based in: Johnston, RI 02919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (401) 649-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 106974
MC: 133272
Based in: Cranston, RI 02921 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (401) 427-1184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782376
MC: 926696
Based in: North Attleborough, MA 02760 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (508) 905-9134 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Providence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Warren to Providence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,590 to $2,370 for a studio, $2,390 to $3,560 for a one-bedroom, $3,980 to $5,930 for a two-bedroom, $6,370 to $9,480 for a three-bedroom and $8,760 to $13,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Providence from Warren?

About 703 road miles (596 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 49 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Michigan into Rhode Island 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 Warren to Providence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,020 to $1,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,650 to $2,420. 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 Warren–Providence corridor.