($113+) Hartford, CT to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 100-mile move from Hartford, Connecticut, to Boston, Massachusetts, with costs ranging from $582 - $3,713. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $370 - $2,468. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Hartford and Boston. Local movers in Hartford typically start around $300 as a base rate plus $180/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $582 - $2,515
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,088 - $3,066
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,393 - $3,713

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 Hartford to Boston.

Specialty moving services from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Hartford movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boston, 96% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Massachusetts Movers Association, the group most Massachusetts 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.

How much do local movers cost in Hartford, CT?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Hartford to Boston with a local mover averages $1,088 - $3,066. Working with a local mover based in Hartford, CT often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Hartford, Connecticut, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $704 and $1,879. 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 Hartford typically runs around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $704 - $1,141
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $948 - $1,549
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,178 - $1,879

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Hartford, CT and Boston, MA. 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 $864 in Hartford, CT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $93 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $185 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 Hartford to Boston?

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 Hartford, CT to Boston, MA

Plan on $107 - $201 for a rental moving truck on the 100-mile route from Hartford, Connecticut, to Boston, Massachusetts. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $39 - $45
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Hartford daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $107 - $165
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $120 - $193
• 4+ bedrooms: $129 - $201

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Hartford, Connecticut, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $864.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $39 - $45 for the 100-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $74 and $401, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $185 per night for hotel stops on the 100-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $370 - $555.

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

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 Hartford, CT to Boston, MA

If you're moving a larger household from Hartford, Connecticut, 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 Boston, Massachusetts.

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 $722 and $1,240.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $621 - $1,136
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $722 - $1,240
• 4+ bedrooms: $905 - $1,615

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $93 and $185.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Hartford, Connecticut, for roughly five hours typically average $864.

What are the best freight companies from Hartford to Boston?

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. North Atlantic Trucking, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): North Atlantic Trucking, Inc. 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.

Cost of living: Hartford, CT vs Boston, MA

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