($366+) Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD

Full-service movers for the 474-mile relocation from Burlington, Vermont, to Baltimore, Maryland, cost between $1,294 and $8,157. 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 $313 - $2,088, 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 Burlington typically charge a base rate around $594 plus $200 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,294 - $4,406
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,057 - $5,580
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,854 - $8,157

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 Burlington to Baltimore.

Specialty moving services from Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Burlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Baltimore, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

Maryland Motor Truck Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Maryland, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Burlington, VT?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Burlington to Baltimore with a local mover averages $2,159 - $5,859. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Burlington, VT can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD

Moving containers from Burlington, Vermont, to Baltimore, Maryland, cost between $962 and $2,893. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Burlington runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $962 - $1,620
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,173 - $2,189
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,511 - $2,893

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 $731 in Burlington, VT. 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 $78 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $157 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 Baltimore, MD, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Burlington to Baltimore?

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 Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD

Plan on $366 - $1,004 for a rental moving truck on the 474-mile route from Burlington, Vermont, to Baltimore, Maryland. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $157 - $180
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Burlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $366 - $732
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $435 - $877
• 4+ bedrooms: $516 - $1,004

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $157 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Burlington, Vermont, usually costs about $731 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 474-mile drive falls between $157 and $180, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $52 and $313 to your total.

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

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 Burlington, VT to Baltimore, MD

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Burlington, Vermont, to Baltimore, Maryland. 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 $940 and $1,805.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $825 - $1,517
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $957 - $1,805
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,209 - $2,384

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $78 - $157 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Burlington, Vermont, for about five hours typically runs $731.

What are the best freight companies from Burlington to Baltimore?

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.

Cost of living: Burlington, VT vs Baltimore, MD

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

The 474-mile move from Burlington, VT, to Baltimore, MD, costs between $1,294 and $8,157 with full-service movers, $962 - $2,893 with a moving container, and $366 - $1,004 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,057 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Social Security Administration and Laureate International Universities.