($1,431+) Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT Movers

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Moving from Missoula, MT, to Hartford, CT, runs anywhere from $1,518 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $13,996 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,467 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 18 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 $3,216, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $13,996 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,948 - $6,784, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,518 - $4,168.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Missoula, MT, to Hartford, CT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,631 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

Moving options from Missoula to Hartford fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $4,631 - $9,327 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 2,467-mile route typically takes 7 to 18 days door to door.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,467-mile route from Missoula to Hartford, broken down by home size:

Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $3,216 - $6,822 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,948 - $3,734), rental truck ($1,518 - $2,714), or freight trailer ($1,619 - $3,394). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $4,631 - $9,327 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $13,996.

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

Full-service movers for the 2,467-mile relocation from Missoula, Montana, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $3,216 and $13,996. 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 $329 - $2,196, 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 Missoula typically charge a base rate around $342 plus $150 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,216 - $6,822
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,631 - $9,327
  • 4+ bedrooms: $8,958 - $13,996

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 Missoula to Hartford.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Montana to Connecticut. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.

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Specialty moving services from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Missoula movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Hartford, 94% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$549 - $5,490
Storage in transitNew place not ready100% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK$220 - $1,318/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$329 - $2,635
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage33% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs33% of local movers$1,098 - $3,294
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,745 - $10,980
Car shippingSecond vehicle$822 - $1,562
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items46% nationallyTop pick: $1,098 - $2,745
PianoAny piano type100% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK$878 - $3,843
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling67% of local movers$329 - $1,647
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect22% nationallyTop pick: $714 - $2,196
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$329 - $16,470+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$329 - $3,843+

What are the best full-service movers from Missoula to Hartford?

All three below meet the standards set by the Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut, the group most Connecticut movers are affiliated with.

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Missoula, MT. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.

Moving container costs from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

Moving containers from Missoula, Montana, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $1,948 and $6,784. 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 Missoula runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Missoula to Hartford:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,948 - $3,734
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,452 - $5,044
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,308 - $6,784

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $82 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $165 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
  • Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $769 in Missoula, MT, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
  • Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Hartford, CT, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Montana to Connecticut 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 $1,948. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,452 - $5,044, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Missoula to Hartford?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Missoula 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 Missoula:

  • TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5), 9 years in business
  • All Lanes Moving & Storage (5.0/5), 26 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

Renting a moving truck for the 2,467-mile move from Missoula, Montana, to Hartford, Connecticut, costs between $1,518 and $4,168, before these typical add-ons:

  • Fuel for the drive: $862 - $985
  • Daily insurance: $33/day
  • Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
  • Missoula daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Missoula to Hartford based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,518 - $2,714
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,534 - $3,432
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,037 - $4,168

Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $1,518 - $4,168 when pricing out a rental truck from Missoula to Hartford. Fuel alone runs ($862 - $985) , and overnight lodging ($165/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Gas: Fuel adds $862 - $985 for the 2,467-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Missoula, Montana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $769.
  • Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
  • Lodging: The 2,467-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $165 per night, adding $329 - $494 in hotel costs total.
  • Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $55 and $329.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Missoula to Hartford?

  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 Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT

For larger DIY moves from Missoula, Montana, 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 Hartford, Connecticut.

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 $1,923 and $3,954.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,619 - $3,394
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,923 - $3,954
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,780 - $5,317

Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.

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 $82 - $165 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Missoula, Montana, for about five hours typically runs $769.

What are the best freight companies from Missoula to Hartford?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
  3. Jones Bros Trucking (4.58/5 stars): Jones Bros Trucking is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.

Cost of living: Missoula, MT vs Hartford, CT

There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Missoula and Hartford to plan around. Cost of living index: 113 vs. 105. Average rent: $1,322/mo vs. $1,330/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 45 vs. 67. Safety index: 66.73 vs. 36.25.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Hartford, CT to Missoula, MT guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Missoula, MT, to Hartford, CT, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $3,216 - $13,996 on the 2,467-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,948 - $6,784 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,518 - $4,168 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,631 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aetna and Prudential Retirement Insurance And Annuity Co.

FAQs: Moving from Missoula, MT, to Hartford, CT

How do I know a mover is licensed in Connecticut?

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) regulates in-state moving companies and taxi, trucking, and bus companies. In addition, customers are also protected from scam movers by regulations set forth by the Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection.

What is the best time of year to move from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT?

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.

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 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

Is Hartford a safe place to live?

Hartford has a safety index of 36.25 out of 100 and a crime index of 63.75, compared to 66.73 and 33.27 in Missoula. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What is the cheapest way to move from Missoula, MT to Hartford, CT?

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 $1,534 - $3,432. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

What percentage of Missoula movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 100% of movers in Missoula handle piano moves, compared to 71% nationally.