($536+) Durham, NC to Burlington, VT Movers
Moving from Durham, NC, to Burlington, VT, runs anywhere from $536 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,876 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 769 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,654, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $7,876 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,162 - $3,634, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $536 - $1,481.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Durham, NC, to Burlington, VT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,163 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
Compare moving options from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
There are 3 main ways to move from Durham to Burlington: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,163 - $5,646. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 769-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 769-mile route from Durham to Burlington, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $1,654 - $4,351 with full-service movers, $1,162 - $1,952 with a container, $536 - $1,018 with a rental truck, or $966 - $1,848 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $2,163 - $5,646 full-service, $1,421 - $2,903 by container, $632 - $1,272 by rental truck, or $1,114 - $2,143 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $3,681 - $7,876 full-service, $1,886 - $3,634 by container, $724 - $1,481 by rental truck, or $1,600 - $3,024 by freight.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
Full-service movers for the 769-mile relocation from Durham, North Carolina, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,654 and $7,876. 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 $313 - $2,084, 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 Durham typically charge a base rate around $240 plus $122 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Durham to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,654 - $4,351
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,163 - $5,646
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,681 - $7,876
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 Durham to Burlington.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from North Carolina to Vermont. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Burlington, 80% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $521 - $5,210 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready86% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $208 - $1,250/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $313 - $2,501 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage18% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs57% of local movers | $1,042 - $3,126 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,605 - $10,420 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $780 - $1,483 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Truckin' Movers Corporation | $1,042 - $2,605 |
| Piano | Any piano type64% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $834 - $3,647 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling29% of local movers | $313 - $1,563 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect21% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Athens Moving Experts | $677 - $2,084 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $313 - $15,630+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $313 - $3,647+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Durham to Burlington?
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Durham, NC. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,162 and $3,634. 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 Durham typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Durham to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,162 - $1,952
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,421 - $2,903
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,886 - $3,634
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $78 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $156 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Burlington, VT, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $729 in Durham, NC. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a North Carolina to Vermont move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,162. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,421 - $2,903, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Durham to Burlington?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Durham to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Durham:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.7/5), 28 years in business
- Truckin' Movers Corporation (4.9/5), 49 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.1/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 769 miles from Durham, North Carolina, to Burlington, Vermont, running $536 - $1,481. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $255 - $291
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Durham to Burlington based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $536 - $1,018
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $632 - $1,272
- 4+ bedrooms: $724 - $1,481
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Durham to Burlington starts at $536 - $1,481, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($255 - $291) , overnight lodging ($156/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $78 and $365.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $156.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $255 and $291 for the 769-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $729 for 2 movers in Durham, North Carolina, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Durham to Burlington?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Durham, NC to Burlington, VT
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Durham, North Carolina, to Burlington, Vermont. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,114 and $2,143.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Durham to Burlington:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $966 - $1,848
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,114 - $2,143
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,600 - $3,024
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Durham, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $729.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $78 and $156 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Durham to Burlington?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
- Darrell Andrews Trucking, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Darrell Andrews Trucking, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Durham to Burlington. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Durham, NC vs Burlington, VT
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Durham and Burlington to plan around. Cost of living index: 99 vs. 112. Average rent: $1,699/mo vs. $2,200/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 30 vs. 59. Safety index: 45.28 vs. 56.67.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Burlington, VT to Durham, NC guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from North Carolina to Vermont over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 117 movers in our North Carolina network to compare for this 769-mile move.
Our take
The 769-mile move from Durham, NC, to Burlington, VT, costs between $1,654 and $7,876 with full-service movers, $1,162 - $3,634 with a moving container, and $536 - $1,481 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,163 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.
FAQs: Moving from Durham, NC, to Burlington, VT
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
Is Burlington a safe place to live?
Burlington has a safety index of 56.67 out of 100 and a crime index of 43.33, compared to 45.28 and 54.72 in Durham. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $632 - $1,272. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What are the best neighborhoods in Burlington?
For families, South End and The Hill are worth a look in Burlington. If you're moving solo or without kids, Five Sisters, Downtown, and Old North End tend to be popular picks instead.
How long does a move from Durham, NC to Burlington, VT take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Durham movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 64% of movers in Durham handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.