Waterbury, CT → Cambridge, MA · Short-haul move

Movers from Waterbury to Cambridge

About 134 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,390–$3,560, delivery in 1–2 days, 170 carriers on the Waterbury side and 490 in Cambridge.

134 miroad distance
3 h 1 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,390–$3,5602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waterbury, Connecticut
To: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 134 miles (114 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 1 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 170 (99 interstate)
Movers at destination: 490 (287 interstate)

Reverse: Cambridge → Waterbury

Moving from Waterbury to Cambridge is a short-haul move of roughly 134 road miles, heading northeast from Connecticut to Massachusetts.

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 3 h 1 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,390 and $3,560, before packing or storage.

On the Waterbury side there are 170 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (99 of them authorized for interstate work), and 490 around Cambridge (287 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 Cambridge.

Waterbury has a population of about 115,771 and Cambridge about 122,588. Cambridge is the denser city (18,500 people per square mile versus 4,014 in Waterbury), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Connecticut, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Waterbury to Cambridge

Full-service estimate for 134 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,430	$1,740	$2,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,440	$1,750	$2,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,390	$2,920	$3,560
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,830	$4,670	$5,690
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,260	$6,420	$7,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,390–$3,560

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 Waterbury (origin)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Flynn'S Motor Express INC

USDOT: 175772
MC: 153461
Based in: Southington, CT 06489 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 628-6373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Industrial Riggers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27842
MC: 140204
Based in: Waterbury, CT 06704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 573-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 170 movers in Waterbury

Near Cambridge (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT: 373544
MC: 218762
Based in: Winchester, MA 01890 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233338
MC: 162524
Based in: Billerica, MA 01821 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (978) 667-9133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456438
MC: 1132315
Based in: Revere, MA 02151 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 490 movers in Cambridge

Tips for this move

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 Waterbury and Cambridge is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Cambridge with daylight to spare.
Check Connecticut intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Waterbury to Cambridge?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,430 to $2,120 for a studio, $1,440 to $2,140 for a one-bedroom, $2,390 to $3,560 for a two-bedroom, $3,830 to $5,690 for a three-bedroom and $5,260 to $7,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cambridge from Waterbury?

About 134 road miles (114 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Connecticut into Massachusetts 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 Waterbury to Cambridge?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Waterbury–Cambridge corridor.