($698+) Nashville, TN to Providence, RI Movers
Moving from Nashville, TN, to Providence, RI, runs anywhere from $705 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,551 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,073 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 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 $2,264, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,551 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,230 - $4,287, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $705 - $2,077.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Nashville, TN, to Providence, RI. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,741 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
Moving options from Nashville to Providence fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,741 - $6,406 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 60% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,073 miles and typically takes 2 to 8 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,073-mile route from Nashville to Providence, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,264 - $5,093 | $1,230 - $2,337 | $705 - $1,326 | $1,062 - $2,145 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,741 - $6,406 | $1,662 - $3,348 | $800 - $1,544 | $1,343 - $2,424 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,489 - $8,551 | $2,094 - $4,287 | $967 - $2,077 | $1,641 - $3,396 |
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 Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
Full-service movers for the 1,073-mile relocation from Nashville, Tennessee, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $2,264 and $8,551. 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 $320 - $2,132, 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 Nashville typically charge a base rate around $275 plus $120 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Nashville to Providence:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,264 - $5,093
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,741 - $6,406
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,489 - $8,551
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 Nashville to Providence.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Tennessee to Rhode Island. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Nashville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $533 - $5,330 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready81% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: 6th Man Movers | $213 - $1,279/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $320 - $2,558 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs49% of local movers | $1,066 - $3,198 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,665 - $10,660 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $798 - $1,517 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items32% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Move On | $1,066 - $2,665 |
| Piano | Any piano type62% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: 6th Man Movers | $853 - $3,731 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling19% of local movers | $320 - $1,599 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect11% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Move On | $693 - $2,132 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $320 - $15,990+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $320 - $3,731+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Nashville to Providence?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Nashville, TN. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $1,230 and $4,287. 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 Nashville typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Nashville to Providence:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,230 - $2,337
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,662 - $3,348
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,094 - $4,287
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Nashville, TN, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $746, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $80 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $160 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Nashville, TN, and Providence, RI, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Tennessee to Rhode Island 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 $1,230. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,662 - $3,348, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Nashville to Providence?
- 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 Nashville 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 Nashville:
- 6th Man Movers (4.9/5), 16 years in business
- Good Guys Moving & Delivery (4.7/5), 13 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.7/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,073 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to Providence, Rhode Island, running $705 - $2,077. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $364 - $416
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $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 Nashville to Providence based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $705 - $1,326
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $800 - $1,544
- 4+ bedrooms: $967 - $2,077
Pro tip: A rental truck from Nashville to Providence looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $705 - $2,077. But once you factor in fuel ($364 - $416) , overnight lodging ($160/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate suggests. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
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 $80 and $373.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $160.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $364 and $416 for the 1,073-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 $746 for 2 movers in Nashville, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville to Providence?
- 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 Nashville, TN to Providence, RI
If you're moving a larger household from Nashville, Tennessee, 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 Providence, Rhode Island.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,343 and $2,424.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Nashville to Providence:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,062 - $2,145
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,424
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,641 - $3,396
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
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 $80 - $160 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 Nashville, Tennessee, typically costs $746.
What are the best freight companies from Nashville to Providence?
- 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.
- OLD South Freight Service, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): OLD South Freight Service, 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 are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Providence quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Nashville, TN vs Providence, RI
Nashville and Providence land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 105 in Nashville and 109 in Providence, and rent tracks closely too ($1,971/mo vs. $2,200/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (96 vs 76) and safety scores (50.9 vs 50.16) come out about the same too.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Providence, RI to Nashville, TN guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Tennessee to Rhode Island, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Tennessee alone has 70 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 1,073-mile move like this one.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,073-mile route from Nashville, TN, to Providence, RI, run $2,264 - $8,551 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,230 - $4,287, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $705 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,741, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Textron and United Natural Foods.
FAQs: Moving from Nashville, TN, to Providence, RI
How walkable is Providence?
Providence has a walkability score of 76 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 61, compared to 96 and 72 in Nashville. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
Is Providence a safe place to live?
Providence has a safety index of 50.16 out of 100 and a crime index of 49.84, compared to 50.9 and 49.1 in Nashville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What is the best time of year to move from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Nashville, TN to Providence, RI 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 Nashville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 62% of movers in Nashville handle piano moves, and 32% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
