($842+) Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME Movers

Full-service moving costs from Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME

For the 1,228-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Portland, Maine, full-service movers cost between $2,444 and $9,398. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $304 - $2,024 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Huntsville generally start around $280 plus $65 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,444 - $5,282
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,050 - $6,783
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,251 - $9,398

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 Huntsville to Portland.

Specialty moving services from Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Huntsville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Portland, 78% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Huntsville to Portland?

Movers licensed to operate in Maine are typically members of the Maine Motor Transport Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME

Moving containers from Huntsville, Alabama, to Portland, Maine, cost between $1,256 and $4,670. 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 Huntsville typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Huntsville to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,256 - $2,479
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,668 - $3,421
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,422 - $4,670

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $708 in Huntsville, AL. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $76 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $152 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Portland, ME, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Huntsville to Portland?

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 Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME

Renting a moving truck for the 1,228-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Portland, Maine, costs between $818 and $2,354, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $395 - $452
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Huntsville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Huntsville to Portland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $818 - $1,608
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $876 - $1,838
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,135 - $2,354

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 $76 and $354.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $152.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $395 and $452 for the 1,228-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 $708 for 2 movers in Huntsville, Alabama, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Huntsville to Portland?

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 Huntsville, AL to Portland, ME

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Huntsville, Alabama, to Portland, Maine. 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 $911 and $2,709.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,153 - $2,319
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,293 - $2,709
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,845 - $3,699

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Huntsville, Alabama, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $708.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $76 - $152 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 Huntsville to Portland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. R.E. Garrison Trucking, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): R.E. Garrison Trucking, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Huntsville, AL vs Portland, ME

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