($471+) Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH

For the 689-mile move from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Dayton, Ohio, full-service movers cost between $1,377 and $7,344. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $346 - $2,308 (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 Bridgeport generally start around $272 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,377 - $3,645
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,099 - $4,957
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,559 - $7,344

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 Bridgeport to Dayton.

Specialty moving services from Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Bridgeport movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Dayton, 63% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Ohio are typically members of the Ohio Association of Movers, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH

Moving containers from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Dayton, Ohio, cost between $961 and $3,360. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Bridgeport typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $961 - $1,888
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,363 - $2,615
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,772 - $3,360

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $87 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $173 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Dayton, OH, 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 $808 in Bridgeport, CT. 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 Bridgeport to Dayton?

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 Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH

A rental truck for this 689-mile move from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Dayton, Ohio, costs between $471 and $1,347. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $253 - $289
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Bridgeport daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $471 - $899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $518 - $1,156
• 4+ bedrooms: $647 - $1,347

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $173 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 $75 and $375 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $253 - $289 in fuel for the 689-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $808 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Bridgeport, CT to Dayton, OH

If you're moving a larger household from Bridgeport, 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 Dayton, Ohio.

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 $1,050 and $2,133.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $929 - $1,700
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,050 - $2,133
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,417 - $2,636

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 $87 and $173.
• 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 Bridgeport, Connecticut, for roughly five hours typically average $808.

What are the best freight companies from Bridgeport to Dayton?

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.

Cost of living: Bridgeport, CT vs Dayton, OH

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Dayton, side by side with Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport, CT, to Dayton, OH, 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 $1,377 - $7,344 on the 689-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $961 - $3,360 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $471 - $1,347 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,099 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 Morgan Linen & Uniform Services and Premier Physicians.