($774+) Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH

For the 1,174-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Manchester, New Hampshire, full-service movers cost between $2,181 and $8,904. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $302 - $2,016 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Huntsville generally start around $280 plus $65 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,181 - $5,057
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,649 - $6,242
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,599 - $8,904

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 Huntsville to Manchester.

Specialty moving services from Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH

Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Huntsville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Manchester, 73% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in New Hampshire Motor Transport Association is a good first thing to confirm.

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 Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH

Moving containers from Huntsville, Alabama, to Manchester, New Hampshire, cost between $1,253 and $4,151. 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 Huntsville runs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,253 - $2,208
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,551 - $3,297
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,227 - $4,151

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $151 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Manchester, NH, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $706 in Huntsville, AL. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Huntsville to Manchester?

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 Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH

Renting a moving truck for the 1,174-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Manchester, New Hampshire, costs between $774 and $2,052, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $377 - $430
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Huntsville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $774 - $1,472
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $772 - $1,634
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,020 - $2,052

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $151 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 Huntsville, Alabama, usually costs about $706 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,174-mile drive falls between $377 and $430, 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 $50 and $302 to your total.

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

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 Huntsville, AL to Manchester, NH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Huntsville, Alabama, to Manchester, New Hampshire. 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 $907 and $2,537.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,072 - $2,027
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,317 - $2,537
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,799 - $3,220

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 $76 - $151 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Huntsville, Alabama, for about five hours typically runs $706.

What are the best freight companies from Huntsville to Manchester?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Huntsville, AL vs Manchester, NH

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

How you handle your interstate move from Huntsville, AL, to Manchester, NH, 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 $2,181 - $8,904 on the 1,174-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,253 - $4,151 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $774 - $2,052 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,649 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 Southern New Hampshire University and Freudenberg North America Limited Partnership.