($532+) Detroit, MI to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Detroit, MI to Providence, RI

Hiring full-service movers from Detroit, Michigan, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $1,534 and $8,196. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 700-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $296 - $1,976, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Detroit and Providence. For a rough baseline, movers based in Detroit tend to start around $248 plus $100/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,534 - $4,118
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,274 - $5,570
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,913 - $8,196

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 Detroit to Providence.

Specialty moving services from Detroit, MI to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Detroit movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Providence, 79% of movers offer the same service.

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

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.

Moving container costs from Detroit, MI to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Detroit, Michigan, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $1,073 and $3,372. 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 Detroit typically costs about $85/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,073 - $1,836
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,260 - $2,493
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,775 - $3,372

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $692 in Detroit, MI. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $74 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $148 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Providence, RI, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Detroit 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 Detroit, MI to Providence, RI

Renting a moving truck for the 700-mile move from Detroit, Michigan, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $532 and $1,328, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $220 - $251
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Detroit daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $532 - $914
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $558 - $1,164
• 4+ bedrooms: $705 - $1,328

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $148 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Detroit, Michigan, usually costs about $692 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 700-mile drive falls between $220 and $251, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $49 and $296 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Detroit 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 Detroit, MI to Providence, RI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Detroit, Michigan, 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 $889 and $2,076.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $874 - $1,719
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,071 - $2,076
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,336 - $2,618

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Detroit, Michigan, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $692.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $74 - $148 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Detroit to Providence?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Detroit, MI 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 Detroit 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

The 700-mile move from Detroit, MI, to Providence, RI, costs between $1,534 and $8,196 with full-service movers, $1,073 - $3,372 with a moving container, and $532 - $1,328 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,274 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Textron and United Natural Foods.