($356+) Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 371-mile move from Baltimore, Maryland, to Providence, Rhode Island, with prices running from $1,054 - $6,620. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $298 - $1,988 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Baltimore and Providence are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Baltimore movers tend to run around $263 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,054 - $3,709
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,745 - $4,746
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,688 - $6,620

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 Baltimore to Providence.

Specialty moving services from Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 95% of Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore, MD?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Baltimore to Providence with a local mover averages $1,658 - $4,509. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Baltimore, Maryland, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $889 and $2,791. 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 Baltimore runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $889 - $1,609
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,173 - $2,374
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,489 - $2,791

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $75 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $149 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 $696 in Baltimore, MD, 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 Providence, RI, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Baltimore 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 Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI

Plan on $356 - $924 for a rental moving truck on the 371-mile route from Baltimore, Maryland, to Providence, Rhode Island. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $117 - $134
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Baltimore daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $356 - $625
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $399 - $757
• 4+ bedrooms: $475 - $924

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Baltimore, Maryland, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $696.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $117 - $134 for the 371-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 $60 and $323, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $149 per night for hotel stops on the 371-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $298 - $447.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Baltimore 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 Baltimore, MD to Providence, RI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Baltimore, Maryland, to Providence, Rhode Island. 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 $895 and $1,863.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $875 - $1,404
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $947 - $1,863
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,291 - $2,210

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 $75 - $149 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Baltimore, Maryland, for about five hours typically runs $696.

What are the best freight companies from Baltimore to Providence?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore 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.