($772+) Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,165-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $2,379 - $9,421. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $322 - $2,144. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Memphis and Bridgeport. Local movers in Memphis typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,379 - $5,460
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,835 - $6,748
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,869 - $9,421

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 Memphis to Bridgeport.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Bridgeport, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Bridgeport?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $1,249 and $4,172. 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 Memphis typically runs around $45/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,249 - $2,385
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,625 - $3,487
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,288 - $4,172

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Memphis, TN and Bridgeport, CT. 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 $750 in Memphis, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $80 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $161 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.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Bridgeport?

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 Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT

A rental truck for this 1,165-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, costs between $803 and $2,065. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $397 - $454
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $21
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Bridgeport based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $803 - $1,425
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $818 - $1,694
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,037 - $2,065

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $161 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $70 and $348 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $397 - $454 in fuel for the 1,165-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $750 in Memphis, Tennessee, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Bridgeport?

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 Memphis, TN to Bridgeport, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Memphis, 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 Bridgeport, Connecticut.

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 $1,366 and $2,764.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,170 - $2,124
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,366 - $2,764
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,813 - $3,654

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 $80 - $161 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $750.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Bridgeport?

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. Empire Express, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Empire Express, 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: Memphis, TN vs Bridgeport, CT

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