York, PA → Waterbury, CT · Regional long-distance move

Movers from York to Waterbury

About 263 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,990, delivery in 1–3 days, 163 carriers on the York side and 170 in Waterbury.

263 miroad distance
5 h 14 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,680–$3,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: York, Pennsylvania
To: Waterbury, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 263 miles (223 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 14 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 163 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination: 170 (99 interstate)

Reverse: Waterbury → York

Moving from York to Waterbury is a regional long-distance move of roughly 263 road miles, heading northeast from Pennsylvania 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 $2,680 to $3,990 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 5 h 14 min.

On the York side there are 163 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (106 of them authorized for interstate work), and 170 around Waterbury (99 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 Waterbury.

York has a population of about 45,000 and Waterbury about 115,771. York is considerably denser (8,466 people per square mile versus 4,014), 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 Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from York to Waterbury

Full-service estimate for 263 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,610	$1,960	$2,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,680	$3,270	$3,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,890	$7,190	$8,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$420–$590

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

Portable container

$1,250–$1,850

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

Full-service mover

$2,680–$3,990

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 York (origin)

A & S Services Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1880751
MC: 164166
Based in: York, PA 17404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 406 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 792-3632 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honey Locust Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 605126
MC: 292032
Based in: East Berlin, PA 17316 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Route Verify on FMCSA

Granite Transportation Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 898834
MC: 390693
Based in: York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (717) 848-5015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker And Molina Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3262344
MC: 1028602
Based in: York Haven, PA 17345 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (717) 487-9023 Route Verify on FMCSA

York Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 926495
MC: 399523
Based in: York, PA 17406 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (717) 318-9883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diaz Expressway

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diaz Expressway LLC

USDOT: 2432631
MC: 838722
Based in: Dover, PA 17315 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (717) 650-1391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Lion Furniture Mfg LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3607050
MC: 1585577
Based in: Red Lion, PA 17356 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (215) 825-5754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eckert Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10712
MC: 70267
Based in: York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 843-0995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 163 movers in York

Near Waterbury (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,300 to $1,940 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,990 for a two-bedroom, $4,290 to $6,380 for a three-bedroom and $5,890 to $8,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Waterbury from York?

About 263 road miles (223 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 14 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 Pennsylvania 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for York to Waterbury?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $420 to $590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,250 to $1,850. 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 York–Waterbury corridor.