($613+) Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 881-mile move from Lexington, Kentucky, to Burlington, Vermont, with costs ranging from $1,864 - $7,830. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $298 - $1,988. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Lexington and Burlington. Local movers in Lexington typically start around $197 as a base rate plus $70/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,864 - $4,532
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,574 - $6,217
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,068 - $7,830

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 Lexington to Burlington.

Specialty moving services from Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Lexington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Burlington, 80% of movers offer the same service.

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

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.

Moving container costs from Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT

Moving containers from Lexington, Kentucky, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,154 and $3,510. 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 Lexington typically runs around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,154 - $2,114
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,470 - $2,879
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,939 - $3,510

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Lexington, KY and Burlington, VT. 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 $696 in Lexington, KY, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $75 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $149 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 Lexington to Burlington?

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 Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT

Plan on $613 - $1,621 for a rental moving truck on the 881-mile route from Lexington, Kentucky, to Burlington, Vermont. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $279 - $318
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Lexington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $613 - $1,191
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $674 - $1,415
• 4+ bedrooms: $788 - $1,621

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 $75 and $348.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $279 and $318 for the 881-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 $696 for 2 movers in Lexington, Kentucky, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Lexington, KY to Burlington, VT

If you're moving a larger household from Lexington, Kentucky, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Burlington, Vermont.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,199 and $2,303.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,020 - $1,865
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,199 - $2,303
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,612 - $2,809

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $75 and $149.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Lexington, Kentucky, for roughly five hours typically average $696.

What are the best freight companies from Lexington to Burlington?

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.

Cost of living: Lexington, KY vs Burlington, VT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Burlington, side by side with Lexington 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.

Our take

For a move from Lexington, KY, to Burlington, VT, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,864 for a studio to $7,830 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 881-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,154 - $3,510. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $613 - $1,621, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,574 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.