The Best Long-Distance Movers in Indiana, PA
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The best long-distance mover in Indiana is McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Pennsylvania, per moveBuddha's analysis of 105 Pennsylvania movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Indiana?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Indiana residents moving out of Pennsylvania are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Indiana for in-state moves?
McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Indiana-based mover for long-distance moves within Pennsylvania, followed by Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) and Diversity Moving Company (4.3/5). Of the 5 intrastate-capable movers serving Indiana, 5 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Indiana are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Indiana but stay within Pennsylvania:
- McNaughton Bros Inc: 4.26 out of 5 stars
- Don Farr Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Diversity Moving Company: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Friendly Movers LLC: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Mike Moves Pittsburgh: 4.34 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. McNaughton Bros Inc has been in business for 105 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. McNaughton Bros Inc has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 81 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from McNaughton Bros Inc.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. McNaughton Bros Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The BEST!!! I have done 8 military moves with 8 different moving companies - none have been even close to the level of quality, professionalism, and engagement of McNaughton Moving & Storage."
"From scheduling to the actual move, working with McNaughton was so easy. The crew was so friendly, professional, and efficient! They were also very careful not to damage anything. Highly recommend this company."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Don Farr Moving & Storage has been in business for 45 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Don Farr Moving & Storage has about 51% positive reviews across roughly 415 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Don Farr Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Don Farr Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Howie, Mike, and Kelly made our move a total breeze. They made quick work of emptying our tall 3 story apartment and getting everything situated in our new home. They were timely, communicative, and above all, nice to work with."
"Our crew, Harper, Milligan, and Will were phenomenal. They did such a great job!! We had so much stuff and 21 steps to carry it up! Worked quickly, efficiently and cheerfully despite a Steeler loss the night before! Highly recommend these guys and Don Farr to all!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Diversity Moving Company has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Diversity Moving Company has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 264 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Diversity Moving Company.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Diversity Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"These 4 guys rocked it. They are super funny and know how to get the job done. They had the truck packed so well. Nothing was broke. They made sure to wrap all furniture that had the possibility to break."
"The team was efficient, extremely kind, and professional the entire time and we found the pricing to be very competitive and reasonable. I cannot recommend this company enough!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Friendly Movers LLC has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Friendly Movers LLC has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 208 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Friendly Movers LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Friendly Movers LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Awesome experience. On time, incredibly kind, fast, and careful with my furniture. I would recommend them to anyone without hesitation. They are the best of the best!"
"I’ve used them 3 times…they are efficient. My stuff has never been damaged. This time I asked for 2 stops and they were very kind and helpful with everything! Highly recommend!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mike Moves Pittsburgh has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mike Moves Pittsburgh has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 79 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mike Moves Pittsburgh, and Mike Moves Pittsburgh makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mike Moves Pittsburgh emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Mike and his team were absolute professionals. From scheduling, arriving on time, to delivering everything in one piece—and incredibly fast. Pricing is also incredibly competitive. If you need movers, look no further."
"Not only were they SUPER professional and came completely prepared, but I was blown away at how effectively they moved and how fair of a price it was—VERY transparent with their quote."
What add-on services do Indiana movers offer?
Not every mover in Indiana offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 5 Indiana movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 60.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 50.48% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 40.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 33.33% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 40.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 27.62% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 80.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 86.67% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 20.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 22.86% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 100.0% of Indiana movers, compared to 74.29% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Indiana's cost of living.
Does Indiana have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 3 of 5 Indiana movers (60.0%), compared to 50.48% statewide and 45.83% nationally. McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) and Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) rate highest for art handling in Indiana. Per-piece handling runs $40 to $395, with custom crates adding $119 to $158 per item.
| Art handling in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 3 of 5 (60.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 53 of 105 (50.48%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Indiana art movers | McNaughton Bros Inc, Don Farr Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $40 to $395 |
| Custom crating per item | $119 to $158 |
UV exposure discolors pigments. Humidity shifts warp canvas and crack paint layers. Impact fractures damage sculpture and frames. Standard moving blankets address none of these risks adequately for high-value artwork. Archival packing materials and custom crates built to the dimensions of each piece are the professional standard for art moving. Verify the mover has documented experience with your specific media type before committing.
Does Indiana have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 2 of 5 Indiana movers (40.0%), compared to 33.33% statewide and 36.39% nationally. Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) and Diversity Moving Company (4.3/5) rate highest for junk removal in Indiana. Standalone junk removal typically runs $119 to $395 per load.
| Junk removal in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 35 of 105 (33.33%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Indiana junk removal movers | Don Farr Moving & Storage, Diversity Moving Company |
| Typical cost per load | $119 to $395 |
| Single large item | $59 to $119 |
Bundling junk removal with a move is almost always cheaper than scheduling it as a separate service. Removing unwanted items before a mover arrives also reduces the billable weight of the shipment, which lowers the base moving cost on weight-based quotes.
Does Indiana have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 2 of 5 Indiana movers (40.0%), compared to 27.62% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Friendly Movers LLC (4.34/5) and Mike Moves Pittsburgh (4.34/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Indiana. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 29 of 105 (27.62%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Indiana providers | Friendly Movers LLC, Mike Moves Pittsburgh |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without requiring a full-service packing contract. Professional packing adds $0.15 to $0.21 per pound on average to a move's total cost, so limiting crew packing to breakables is the most direct way to reduce that add-on while protecting the items with the highest in-transit breakage risk.
Does Indiana have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 4 of 5 Indiana movers (80.0%), compared to 86.67% statewide and 84.85% nationally. McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) and Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) rate highest for storage in Indiana. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $203/month.
| Storage in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 4 of 5 (80.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 91 of 105 (86.67%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Indiana storage movers | McNaughton Bros Inc, Don Farr Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $203 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $395 |
Storage-in-transit keeps belongings with the mover's network between pickup and delivery, avoiding the cost of a third-party facility transfer. At $0.50 per cubic foot per month, a standard 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) runs roughly $203 per month. For longer gaps, confirm whether the mover's valuation coverage remains active while items are in storage.
Does Indiana have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 1 of 5 Indiana movers (20.0%), compared to 22.86% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) and Diversity Moving Company (4.3/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Indiana. Hot tub moves typically run $119 to $316 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 1 of 5 (20.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 24 of 105 (22.86%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Indiana hot tub movers | Don Farr Moving & Storage, Diversity Moving Company |
| Bundled with full-service move | $119 to $316 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $237 to $632 |
Empty weight for most hot tubs is 500 to 1,000 lbs. The unit must be fully drained, and electrical or plumbing disconnection may require a licensed contractor before the mover can load it. Narrow side-gate access or no direct truck access to the backyard can add a crane or shuttle relay fee. Get a site-specific quote that accounts for access conditions before committing to a price.
Does Indiana have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 5 of 5 Indiana movers (100.0%), compared to 74.29% statewide and 72.52% nationally. McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) and Don Farr Moving & Storage (4.56/5) rate highest for piano moving in Indiana. A standalone piano move typically costs $632 to $2,765, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Indiana | Details |
|---|---|
| Indiana movers offering this | 5 of 5 (100.0%) |
| Pennsylvania statewide | 78 of 105 (74.29%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Indiana piano movers | McNaughton Bros Inc, Don Farr Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $632 to $1,185 |
| Baby grand piano | $948 to $1,975 |
| Grand piano | $1,422 to $2,765 |
Uprights weigh 400 to 800 lbs and grands top 1,200 lbs. Moving either without a piano board, padded blankets, and proper straps risks cracking the soundboard or snapping the legs, damage that a mover's standard released-value policy covers at just $0.60 per pound regardless of the instrument's value. Requesting full valuation coverage specifically for the piano is the most direct way to close that gap. For most moves, bundling piano service into a full-service household move costs less than a standalone piano carrier.
Who are the best movers in Indiana for small long-distance moves?
McNaughton Bros Inc leads Indiana's small-move providers with a 4.26/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Diversity Moving Company at 4.3/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Indiana?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Indiana. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Indiana residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Indiana?
4 of 5 Indiana movers (80.0%) offer labor-only services, compared to 39.05% statewide and 54.55% nationally. McNaughton Bros Inc (4.26/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Indiana, followed by Diversity Moving Company (4.3/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Indiana residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Indiana moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Indiana. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Indiana?
Moving costs across Pennsylvania range from $468 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $179/hour) to $4,215 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Pennsylvania mover quotes. The table below shows Pennsylvania statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Indiana will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Pennsylvania* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $468 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $646 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $1,040 |
| 3-bedroom home | $2,392 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,743 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $4,215 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Pennsylvania. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Pennsylvania statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Indiana?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Indiana move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Indiana, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Indiana
Do long-distance movers in Indiana need to be licensed?
Every mover handling a cross-state shipment from Indiana must hold a valid US Department of Transportation number and maintain FMCSA registration. Of the 5 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Indiana, 4 are licensed for interstate moves — and every company recommended on this page is among them. Verify any mover's credentials in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database.
Before your move, read the FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move guide to understand the consumer protections that apply once you sign with a licensed carrier.
Is a local mover or a national mover better for leaving Indiana?
Local movers in Indiana are the most affordable option for moves that stay within Pennsylvania. Of the 5 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Indiana, 4 are licensed for interstate routes and average $170/hour. The top-rated options are highlighted on this page.
When a move crosses out of Pennsylvania, national movers with dedicated long-distance networks often handle the logistics more smoothly, though at a premium over local rates.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Indiana?
The cheapest moving window in Indiana is late fall through early winter. Average lows of 18°F, combined with school schedules and the holiday season, suppress demand and keep mover capacity high. Movers are most open to rate negotiation during this period. For anyone with scheduling flexibility, a November or December move date is the single most reliable way to lower your total cost.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Indiana?
When cost is the priority, a DIY move out of Indiana is almost always the winner, particularly for moves within 50 miles. Rental trucks and moving containers save roughly 30% compared to full-service movers on equivalent routes, according to moveBuddha's data. The most economical options are a rental truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. For more savings strategies on longer moves, see the cheapest ways to move out of state.
