($524+) Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA Movers
Moving from Louisville, KY, to New Orleans, LA, runs anywhere from $524 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,542 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 706 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 1 to 6 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 $1,554, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,542 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,055 - $3,548, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $524 - $1,317.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Louisville, KY, to New Orleans, LA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,280 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
There are 3 main ways to move from Louisville to New Orleans: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $2,280 - $5,642. Containers cost roughly 41% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 75% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 706 miles, expect 1 to 6 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 706-mile route from Louisville to New Orleans, 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 $1,554 - $4,389 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,055 - $1,859), rental truck ($524 - $935), or freight trailer ($978 - $1,757). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,280 - $5,642 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $8,542.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 706-mile move from Louisville, Kentucky, to New Orleans, Louisiana, with costs ranging from $1,554 - $8,542. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $284 - $1,896. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Louisville and New Orleans. Local movers in Louisville typically start around $209 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Louisville to New Orleans:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,554 - $4,389
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,280 - $5,642
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,083 - $8,542
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 Louisville to New Orleans.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Specialty needs vary by market: 73% of Louisville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In New Orleans, 48% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing77% of local movers | $474 - $4,740 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready73% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Kentuckiana Moving, LLC | $190 - $1,138/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $284 - $2,275 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage17% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs60% of local movers | $948 - $2,844 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,370 - $9,480 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $710 - $1,349 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items23% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Kentuckiana Moving, LLC | $948 - $2,370 |
| Piano | Any piano type37% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Kentuckiana Moving, LLC | $758 - $3,318 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling | $284 - $1,422 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect13% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Kentuckiana Moving, LLC | $616 - $1,896 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $284 - $14,220+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $284 - $3,318+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Louisville to New Orleans?
All three below meet the standards set by the Louisiana Motor Transport Association, the group most Louisiana movers are affiliated with.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Louisville, KY. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Moving containers from Louisville, Kentucky, to New Orleans, Louisiana, cost between $1,055 and $3,548. 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 Louisville typically costs about $70/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Louisville to New Orleans:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,055 - $1,859
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,341 - $2,471
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,760 - $3,548
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $71 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $142 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in New Orleans, LA, 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 $664 in Louisville, KY. 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Kentucky to Louisiana 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 $1,055. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,341 - $2,471.
What are the best moving containers Louisville to New Orleans?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- 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 Louisville 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 Louisville:
- Kentuckiana Moving, LLC (4.9/5), 9 years in business
- Pack Mule Moving LLC (5.0/5), 15 years in business
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.7/5), 21 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Renting a moving truck for the 706-mile move from Louisville, Kentucky, to New Orleans, Louisiana, costs between $524 and $1,317, before these typical add-ons:
- Fuel for the drive: $213 - $243
- Daily insurance: $28/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
- Louisville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Louisville to New Orleans based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $524 - $935
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $576 - $1,144
- 4+ bedrooms: $686 - $1,317
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Louisville to New Orleans starts at $524 - $1,317, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($213 - $243), overnight lodging ($142/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Louisville, Kentucky, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $664.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $213 - $243 for the 706-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 $57 and $308, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $142 per night for hotel stops on the 706-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $284 - $427.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Louisville to New Orleans?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
For larger DIY moves from Louisville, Kentucky, 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 New Orleans, Louisiana.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,073 and $2,185.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Louisville to New Orleans:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $978 - $1,757
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,073 - $2,185
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,395 - $2,730
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $71 - $142 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Louisville, Kentucky, for about five hours typically runs $664.
What are the best freight companies from Louisville to New Orleans?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in New Orleans fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Louisville, KY vs New Orleans, LA
Good news for your budget: New Orleans isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Louisville. Cost of living index runs 102 there against 90 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 91/100 and 43.32/100 here versus 58/100 and 32.69/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our New Orleans, LA to Louisville, KY guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Kentucky to Louisiana over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 63 movers in our Kentucky network to compare for this 706-mile move.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Louisville, KY, to New Orleans, LA, 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 $1,554 - $8,542 on the 706-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,055 - $3,548 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $524 - $1,317 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,280 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 Entergy and Ochsner Health System.
FAQs: Moving from Louisville, KY, to New Orleans, LA
What are the best neighborhoods in New Orleans?
For families, Algiers Point, Bayou St. John, and East Carrollton are worth a look in New Orleans. If you're moving solo or without kids, Central Business District, Freret, and Gentilly Terrace tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA?
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 $576 - $1,144. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is New Orleans a safe place to live?
New Orleans has a safety index of 32.69 out of 100 and a crime index of 67.31, compared to 43.32 and 56.68 in Louisville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
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 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA?
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. Louisiana also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What percentage of Louisville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 37% of movers in Louisville handle piano moves, and 23% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.