($673+) Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 997-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Huntsville, Alabama, with prices running from $2,135 - $8,465. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $305 - $2,036 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Minneapolis and Huntsville are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Minneapolis movers tend to run around $240 as a base rate plus $109/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,135 - $5,323
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,775 - $6,880
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,614 - $8,465

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 Minneapolis to Huntsville.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Huntsville, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Alabama Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Alabama beyond this list.

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 Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,184 and $4,021. 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 Minneapolis costs roughly $70/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,184 - $2,244
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,633 - $3,151
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,074 - $4,021

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 $713 in Minneapolis, MN. 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 $153 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 Huntsville, AL, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis to Huntsville?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 997 miles from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Huntsville, Alabama, running $714 - $1,940. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $323 - $369
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $714 - $1,238
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $714 - $1,580
• 4+ bedrooms: $968 - $1,940

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 $356.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $153.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $323 and $369 for the 997-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 $713 for 2 movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Minneapolis, MN to Huntsville, AL

For larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Huntsville, Alabama.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,206 and $2,570.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,109 - $1,920
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,206 - $2,570
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,626 - $3,346

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 $76 and $153.
• 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, for roughly five hours typically average $713.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Huntsville?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, 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.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Huntsville, AL

Minneapolis and Huntsville land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 107 in Minneapolis and 94 in Huntsville, and rent tracks closely too ($1,484/mo vs. $1,409/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (71 vs 24) and safety scores (43.94 vs 57.45) come out about the same too.