($302+) Burlington, VT to New York City, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Burlington, VT to NYC

Full-service movers for the 298-mile relocation from Burlington, Vermont, to NYC, New York, cost between $1,218 and $6,916. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $408 - $2,720, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Burlington typically charge a base rate around $594 plus $200 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Burlington to NYC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,218 - $4,333
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,960 - $5,543
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,739 - $6,916

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Burlington to NYC.

Specialty moving services from Burlington, VT to NYC

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Burlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New York City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Burlington to NYC?

Look for New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in New York beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Burlington, VT?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Burlington to NYC with a local mover averages $1,979 - $5,598. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Burlington, VT often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Burlington, VT to NYC

Moving containers from Burlington, Vermont, to NYC, New York, cost between $892 and $2,680. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Burlington typically runs around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Burlington to NYC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $892 - $1,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,094 - $2,248
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,474 - $2,680

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Burlington, VT and NYC. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $952 in Burlington, VT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $102 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $204 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Burlington to NYC?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Burlington, VT to NYC

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 298 miles from Burlington, Vermont, to NYC, New York, running $315 - $803. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $129 - $147
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Burlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Burlington to NYC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $315 - $569
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $359 - $673
• 4+ bedrooms: $439 - $803

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $204 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $88 and $442 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $129 - $147 in fuel for the 298-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $952 in Burlington, Vermont, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Burlington to NYC?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Burlington, VT to NYC

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Burlington, Vermont, to NYC, New York. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,224 and $1,643.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Burlington to NYC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $771 - $1,387
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $921 - $1,643
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,179 - $2,145

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Burlington, Vermont, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $952.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $102 - $204 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Burlington to NYC?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. DFA Northeast Logistics, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): DFA Northeast Logistics, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Burlington, VT vs NYC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in NYC, side by side with Burlington on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.