Bentley Truck Services INC
- USDOT
- 524125
- Based in
- Logan Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
- Service
- Local moves
- Fleet
- 1,467 trucks, 5 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1993
Wilmington, DE → Danbury, CT · Regional long-distance move
About 186 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,420–$3,600, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 135 in Danbury.
Moving from Wilmington to Danbury is a regional long-distance move of roughly 186 road miles, heading northeast from Delaware to Connecticut.
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 $2,420 to $3,600 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 54 min.
On the Wilmington side there are 315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (214 of them authorized for interstate work), and 135 around Danbury (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 Danbury.
Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Danbury about 87,000. Wilmington is considerably denser (6,507 people per square mile versus 2,059), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Delaware, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,320 | $1,610 | $1,970 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,450 | $1,770 | $2,160 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,420 | $2,950 | $3,600 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,870 | $4,720 | $5,760 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,320 | $6,490 | $7,920 |
$340–$480
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,190–$1,740
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,420–$3,600
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Wilmington, DE → Danbury, CT. 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.
Legal name: M Gerace Enterprises INC
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,450 to $2,160 for a one-bedroom, $2,420 to $3,600 for a two-bedroom, $3,870 to $5,760 for a three-bedroom and $5,320 to $7,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 186 road miles (158 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 54 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.
Yes. Crossing from Delaware into Connecticut 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $340 to $480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,740. 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 Wilmington–Danbury corridor.