($552+) Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 865-mile move from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Burlington, Vermont, with prices running from $1,800 - $7,669. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $289 - $1,928 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Indianapolis and Burlington are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Indianapolis movers tend to run around $245 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,800 - $4,218
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,350 - $5,529
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,732 - $7,669

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 Indianapolis to Burlington.

Specialty moving services from Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Indianapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Burlington, 57% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Indianapolis to Burlington?

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.

Moving container costs from Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT

Moving containers from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,118 and $3,788. 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 Indianapolis runs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Indianapolis to Burlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,118 - $2,007
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,410 - $2,675
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,858 - $3,788

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $72 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $145 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 $675 in Indianapolis, IN, 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 Burlington, VT, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Indianapolis to Burlington?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT

Plan on $552 - $1,629 for a rental moving truck on the 865-mile route from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Burlington, Vermont. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $265 - $303
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Indianapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Indianapolis to Burlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $552 - $1,140
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $634 - $1,264
• 4+ bedrooms: $755 - $1,629

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $265 - $303 for the 865-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 Indianapolis, Indiana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $675.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 865-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $145 per night, adding $289 - $434 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $48 and $289.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Indianapolis to Burlington?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Burlington, VT

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Burlington, Vermont, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,151 and $2,184.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $997 - $1,841
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,184
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,577 - $2,972

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Indianapolis, Indiana, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $675.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $145 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Indianapolis to Burlington?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Indianapolis, IN vs Burlington, VT

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

The 865-mile move from Indianapolis, IN, to Burlington, VT, costs between $1,800 and $7,669 with full-service movers, $1,118 - $3,788 with a moving container, and $552 - $1,629 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,350 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.