($932+) New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH Movers
Moving from New Orleans, LA, to Manchester, NH, runs anywhere from $932 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,331 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,562 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 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 $2,300, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $9,331 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,371 - $4,953, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $932 - $2,627.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from New Orleans, LA, to Manchester, NH. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,000 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 New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
Moving options from New Orleans to Manchester 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 $3,000 - $6,375 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 42% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 68% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,562 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,562-mile route from New Orleans to Manchester, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,300 - $5,293 | $1,371 - $2,470 | $932 - $1,860 | $1,197 - $2,410 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $3,000 - $6,375 | $1,734 - $3,706 | $949 - $2,002 | $1,401 - $2,906 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $5,354 - $9,331 | $2,459 - $4,953 | $1,283 - $2,627 | $1,987 - $3,924 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,562-mile move from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Manchester, New Hampshire, with costs ranging from $2,300 - $9,331. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $317 - $2,112. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between New Orleans and Manchester. Local movers in New Orleans typically start around $220 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from New Orleans to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,300 - $5,293
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,000 - $6,375
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,354 - $9,331
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 New Orleans to Manchester.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Louisiana to New Hampshire. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of New Orleans movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Manchester, 72% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing79% of local movers | $528 - $5,280 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: AD Movers | $211 - $1,267/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $317 - $2,534 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage7% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,056 - $3,168 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,640 - $10,560 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $791 - $1,503 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items31% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Atmosphere Movers | $1,056 - $2,640 |
| Piano | Any piano type41% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: AD Movers | $845 - $3,696 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling3% of local movers | $317 - $1,584 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect7% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: AD Movers | $686 - $2,112 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $317 - $15,840+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $317 - $3,696+ |
What are the best full-service movers from New Orleans to Manchester?
Movers licensed to operate in New Hampshire are typically members of the New Hampshire Motor Transport Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in New Orleans, LA. 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 New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
Moving containers from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Manchester, New Hampshire, cost between $1,371 and $4,953. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Manchester. If you go over that window, storage in New Orleans adds around $80/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from New Orleans to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,371 - $2,470
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,734 - $3,706
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,459 - $4,953
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both New Orleans, LA and Manchester, NH. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
- Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $739 in New Orleans, LA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $79 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $158 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
- Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Louisiana to New Hampshire 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 $1,371. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,734 - $3,706.
What are the best moving containers New Orleans to Manchester?
- 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans:
- AD Movers (4.7/5), 12 years in business
- Moving Nola (5.0/5)
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.6/5), 38 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
Renting a moving truck for the 1,562-mile move from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Manchester, New Hampshire, costs between $932 and $2,627, before these typical add-ons:
- Fuel for the drive: $525 - $600
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Manchester based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $932 - $1,860
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $949 - $2,002
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,283 - $2,627
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $932 - $2,627 when pricing out a rental truck from New Orleans to Manchester. Fuel alone runs $525 - $600, and overnight lodging ($158/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $158 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 New Orleans, Louisiana, usually costs about $739 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 1,562-mile drive falls between $525 and $600, 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 $53 and $317 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from New Orleans to Manchester?
- 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 New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH
If you're moving a larger household from New Orleans, Louisiana, 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 Manchester, New Hampshire.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,401 and $2,906.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from New Orleans to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,197 - $2,410
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,401 - $2,906
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,987 - $3,924
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?
- 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 $79 - $158 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in New Orleans, Louisiana, for about five hours typically runs $739.
What are the best freight companies from New Orleans to Manchester?
- 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.
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 Manchester 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: New Orleans, LA vs Manchester, NH
Day-to-day costs in Manchester are close to what you're used to in New Orleans: cost of living index of 111 versus 102, with average rent of $2,004/mo compared to $1,755/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 58/100 and 32.69/100 in New Orleans versus 51/100 and 43.91/100 in Manchester.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Manchester, NH to New Orleans, LA guide.
Why moveBuddha makes finding a mover easier:
In the past 3 months we've processed 10 quotes from Louisiana to New Hampshire, so our pricing data reflects what movers are actually charging right now. Check our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers, the best way to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and bad actors. We track 73 movers in Louisiana, so you have real options to compare for this 1,562-mile move.
Our take
For a move from New Orleans, LA, to Manchester, NH, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,300 for a studio to $9,331 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,562-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,371 - $4,953. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $932 - $2,627, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,000 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Southern New Hampshire University and Freudenberg North America Limited Partnership.
FAQs: Moving from New Orleans, LA, to Manchester, NH
How long does a move from New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 4 to 15 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, 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 are the best neighborhoods in Manchester?
For families, Bedford, Hollis, and Amherst are worth a look in Manchester. If you're moving solo or without kids, Wilton, Bedford, and Amherst tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from New Orleans, LA to Manchester, NH?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $949 - $2,002. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Manchester a safe place to live?
Manchester has a safety index of 43.91 out of 100 and a crime index of 56.09, compared to 32.69 and 67.31 in New Orleans. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What percentage of New Orleans movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 41% of movers in New Orleans handle piano moves, and 31% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.