($314+) Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 338-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Hartford, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $1,043 - $6,131. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $398 - $2,652. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Washington DC and Hartford. Local movers in Washington DC typically start around $180 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Washington DC to Hartford:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,043 - $3,563
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,684 - $4,730
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,511 - $6,131

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 Washington DC to Hartford.

Specialty moving services from Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Washington DC movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Hartford, 65% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Washington DC to Hartford?

Look for Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Connecticut beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Washington DC, MD?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Washington DC to Hartford with a local mover averages $1,717 - $4,824. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Washington DC, MD can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT

Moving containers from Washington DC, Maryland, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $873 and $2,783. 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 Washington DC typically runs around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Washington DC to Hartford:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $873 - $1,577
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,172 - $2,232
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,476 - $2,783

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $99 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $199 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Hartford, CT, 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 $928 in Washington DC, MD. 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 Washington DC to Hartford?

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 Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 338 miles from Washington DC, Maryland, to Hartford, Connecticut, running $314 - $881. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $143 - $163
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• Washington DC daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Washington DC to Hartford based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $314 - $603
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $370 - $679
• 4+ bedrooms: $454 - $881

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $143 - $163 for the 338-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 Washington DC, Maryland, for about 5 hours typically costs around $928.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 338-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $199 per night, adding $398 - $597 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $66 and $398.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Washington DC to Hartford?

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 Washington DC, MD to Hartford, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Washington DC, Maryland, 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 Hartford, Connecticut.

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 $875 and $1,786.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Washington DC to Hartford:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $770 - $1,405
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $875 - $1,786
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,161

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Washington DC, Maryland, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $928.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $99 and $199 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Washington DC to Hartford?

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: Washington DC, MD vs Hartford, CT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Hartford, side by side with Washington DC 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 Washington DC, MD, to Hartford, CT, 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 $1,043 - $6,131 on the 338-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $873 - $2,783 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $314 - $881 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,684 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 Aetna and Prudential Retirement Insurance And Annuity Co.