($339+) Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT

Full-service movers for the 373-mile relocation from Buffalo, New York, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,018 and $6,333. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $300 - $2,000, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Buffalo typically charge a base rate around $341 plus $200 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,018 - $3,309
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,573 - $4,364
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,445 - $6,333

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 Buffalo to Burlington.

Specialty moving services from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Buffalo movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Burlington, 80% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Buffalo to Burlington?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining 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 Buffalo, NY?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Buffalo to Burlington with a local mover averages $1,588 - $4,407. A local mover in Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT

Moving containers from Buffalo, New York, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $898 and $2,734. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Buffalo costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Buffalo to Burlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $898 - $1,642
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,161 - $2,148
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,646 - $2,734

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $75 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $150 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Burlington, VT, 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 $700 in Buffalo, NY. 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 Buffalo to Burlington?

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 Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 373 miles from Buffalo, New York, to Burlington, Vermont, running $367 - $887. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $119 - $136
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Buffalo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Buffalo to Burlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $367 - $684
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $391 - $757
• 4+ bedrooms: $489 - $887

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $150 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $65 and $325 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $119 - $136 in fuel for the 373-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $700 in Buffalo, New York, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Buffalo to Burlington?

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 Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Buffalo, New York, to Burlington, Vermont. 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 $900 and $1,718.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $867 - $1,463
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $994 - $1,718
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,253 - $2,233

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 Buffalo, New York, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $700.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $75 and $150 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Buffalo to Burlington?

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. Mayer Bros (4.5/5 stars): Mayer Bros 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: Buffalo, NY vs Burlington, VT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Burlington, side by side with Buffalo 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.