($32+) Boston, MA to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Boston, MA to Providence, RI

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 49-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Providence, Rhode Island, with prices running from $391 - $3,415. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $403 - $2,684 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Boston and Providence are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Boston movers tend to run around $340 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $391 - $1,140
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $713 - $2,134
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,136 - $3,415

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 Providence.

Specialty moving services from Boston, MA to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 96% of Boston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Boston, MA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Boston to Providence with a local mover averages $699 - $2,092. A local mover in Boston, MA is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Boston, MA to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $110 and $1,378. 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 Boston typically runs around $145/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $110 - $731
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $334 - $1,036
• 4+ bedrooms: $711 - $1,378

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Boston, MA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $939, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $101 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $201 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Boston, MA, and Providence, RI, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Boston to Providence?

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 Providence, RI

A rental truck for this 49-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $35 and $130. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $21 - $24
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• 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 Providence based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $35 - $84
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $44 - $101
• 4+ bedrooms: $58 - $130

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $101 and $470.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $201.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $21 and $24 for the 49-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $939 for 2 movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Providence, RI

If you're moving a larger household from Boston, Massachusetts, 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 Providence, Rhode Island.

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 $0 and $0.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $0 - $0
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $0 - $0
• 4+ bedrooms: $0 - $0

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 $101 and $201.
• 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 Boston, Massachusetts, for roughly five hours typically average $939.

What are the best freight companies from Boston to Providence?

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.
3. Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Boston, MA vs Providence, RI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Providence, 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.