($373+) Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD

For the 400-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Baltimore, Maryland, full-service movers cost between $1,143 and $7,131. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $383 - $2,556 (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 Boston generally start around $340 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,143 - $3,838
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,785 - $4,843
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,089 - $7,131

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 Boston to Baltimore.

Specialty moving services from Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD

Specialty needs vary by market: 76% of Boston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Baltimore, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Maryland Motor Truck Association, the group most Maryland 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 Boston, MA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Boston to Baltimore with a local mover averages $1,874 - $5,085. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Boston, MA often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD

Moving containers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Baltimore, Maryland, cost between $859 and $2,979. 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 Boston typically costs about $145/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $859 - $1,660
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,136 - $2,177
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,490 - $2,979

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $96 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $192 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Baltimore, MD, 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 $895 in Boston, MA. 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 Boston to Baltimore?

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 Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD

Renting a moving truck for the 400-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Baltimore, Maryland, costs between $373 and $907, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $163 - $186
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Boston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $373 - $691
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $373 - $788
• 4+ bedrooms: $469 - $907

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $895.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $163 - $186 for the 400-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 $77 and $415, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $192 per night for hotel stops on the 400-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $383 - $575.

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

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 Boston, MA to Baltimore, MD

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Boston, Massachusetts, to Baltimore, Maryland. 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 $1,150 and $1,866.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $815 - $1,451
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $937 - $1,866
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,167 - $2,383

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $96 - $192 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Boston, Massachusetts, typically costs $895.

What are the best freight companies from Boston to Baltimore?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Boston, MA vs Baltimore, MD

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Baltimore, side by side with Boston 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 Boston, MA, to Baltimore, MD, 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 $1,143 - $7,131 on the 400-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $859 - $2,979 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $373 - $907 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,785 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 Social Security Administration and Laureate International Universities.