($783+) Huntsville, AL to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Huntsville, AL to Providence, RI

Hiring full-service movers from Huntsville, Alabama, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $2,297 and $9,246. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,104-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $300 - $2,000, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Huntsville and Providence. For a rough baseline, movers based in Huntsville tend to start around $280 plus $65/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,297 - $5,273
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,729 - $6,874
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,983 - $9,246

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 Providence.

Specialty moving services from Huntsville, AL to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Huntsville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Huntsville, AL to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Huntsville, Alabama, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $1,201 and $4,254. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Huntsville costs roughly $70/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,201 - $2,245
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,385
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,113 - $4,254

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 $700 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 $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $150 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 Providence, RI, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Huntsville to Providence?

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 Providence, RI

Plan on $783 - $1,991 for a rental moving truck on the 1,104-mile route from Huntsville, Alabama, to Providence, Rhode Island. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $351 - $401
• 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 Providence based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $783 - $1,489
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $790 - $1,619
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,064 - $1,991

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 $350.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $150.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $351 and $401 for the 1,104-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 $700 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 Providence?

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 Providence, RI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Huntsville, Alabama, to Providence, Rhode Island. 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 $900 and $2,474.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,104 - $2,209
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,302 - $2,474
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,673 - $3,438

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $75 - $150 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Huntsville, Alabama, typically costs $700.

What are the best freight companies from Huntsville to Providence?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. R.E. Garrison Trucking, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): R.E. Garrison Trucking, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Huntsville, AL vs Providence, RI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Providence, 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.