($1,493+) Reno, NV to Hartford, CT Movers
Moving from Reno, NV, to Hartford, CT, runs anywhere from $1,493 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $12,495 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,789 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,433, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $12,495 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,945 - $7,184, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,493 - $4,358.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Reno, NV, to Hartford, CT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,938 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
There are 3 main ways to move from Reno to Hartford: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $3,938 - $7,747. Containers cost roughly 38% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 60% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 2,789 miles, expect 7 to 21 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,789-mile route from Reno to Hartford, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $2,433 - $5,816 with full-service movers, $1,945 - $3,525 with a container, $1,493 - $2,865 with a rental truck, or $1,767 - $3,469 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $3,938 - $7,747 full-service, $2,448 - $5,422 by container, $1,583 - $3,515 by rental truck, or $2,017 - $4,172 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $7,779 - $12,495 full-service, $3,581 - $7,184 by container, $1,981 - $4,358 by rental truck, or $2,593 - $5,917 by freight.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
For the 2,789-mile move from Reno, Nevada, to Hartford, Connecticut, full-service movers cost between $2,433 and $12,495. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $340 - $2,268 (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 Reno generally start around $404 plus $120 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Reno to Hartford:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,433 - $5,816
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,938 - $7,747
- 4+ bedrooms: $7,779 - $12,495
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 Reno to Hartford.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Reno movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Hartford, 67% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing89% of local movers | $567 - $5,670 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready59% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Move 4 Less, LLC | $227 - $1,361/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $340 - $2,722 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage8% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs48% of local movers | $1,134 - $3,402 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,835 - $11,340 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $849 - $1,614 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items28% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Move 4 Less, LLC | $1,134 - $2,835 |
| Piano | Any piano type37% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: O'Briens Moving and Storage Inc. | $907 - $3,969 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling20% of local movers | $340 - $1,701 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect24% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: O'Briens Moving and Storage Inc. | $737 - $2,268 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $340 - $17,010+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $340 - $3,969+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Reno to Hartford?
Look for Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Connecticut beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Reno, NV. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
Moving containers from Reno, Nevada, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $1,945 and $7,184. 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 Reno typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Reno to Hartford:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,945 - $3,525
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,448 - $5,422
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,581 - $7,184
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 $794 in Reno, NV. 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 $85 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $170 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 Hartford, CT, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Nevada to Connecticut move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,945. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $2,448 - $5,422.
What are the best moving containers Reno to Hartford?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Reno to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Reno:
- O'Briens Moving and Storage Inc. (4.2/5), 87 years in business
- Carneys Full Service Movers (4.2/5), 20 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5)
Moving truck rental costs from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
Plan on $1,493 - $4,358 for a rental moving truck on the 2,789-mile route from Reno, Nevada, to Hartford, Connecticut. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,006 - $1,150
- Daily insurance: $34/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
- Reno daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.29
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Reno to Hartford based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,493 - $2,865
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,583 - $3,515
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,981 - $4,358
Pro tip: A rental truck from Reno to Hartford looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $1,493 - $4,358. But once you factor in fuel ($1,006 - $1,150), overnight lodging ($170/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Reno, Nevada, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $794.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $1,006 - $1,150 for the 2,789-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 $68 and $369, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $170 per night for hotel stops on the 2,789-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $340 - $510.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Reno to Hartford?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Reno, NV to Hartford, CT
For larger DIY moves from Reno, Nevada, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Hartford, Connecticut.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,017 and $4,172.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Reno to Hartford:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,767 - $3,469
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,017 - $4,172
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,593 - $5,917
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
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 $85 - $170 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Reno, Nevada, for about five hours typically runs $794.
What are the best freight companies from Reno to Hartford?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Reno to Hartford, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Reno, NV vs Hartford, CT
Good news for your budget: Hartford isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Reno. Cost of living index runs 105 there against 119 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 40/100 and 53.74/100 here versus 67/100 and 36.25/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Hartford, CT to Reno, NV guide.
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Our take
Full-service movers on the 2,789-mile route from Reno, NV, to Hartford, CT, run $2,433 - $12,495 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,945 - $7,184, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,493 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,938, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aetna and Prudential Retirement Insurance And Annuity Co.
FAQs: Moving from Reno, NV, to Hartford, CT
What do local movers charge in Reno?
Local movers based in Reno typically start around $404 as a base rate, plus $120/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Hartford run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT?
Costs on this route range from around $1,493 to $12,495, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,433 and $12,495, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What is the cheapest way to move from Reno, NV to Hartford, CT?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,583 - $3,515. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($1,006 - $1,150), daily insurance ($34/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $23) on top. Overnight stops can add another $170/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What percentage of Reno movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 37% of movers in Reno handle piano moves, and 28% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.