($343+) Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 305-mile move from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boston, Massachusetts, with prices running from $1,004 - $6,093. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $368 - $2,456 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Philadelphia and Boston are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Philadelphia movers tend to run around $282 as a base rate plus $130/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,004 - $3,712
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,610 - $4,814
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,338 - $6,093

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 Philadelphia to Boston.

Specialty moving services from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market — 90% of Philadelphia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boston, 96% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Philadelphia to Boston?

Massachusetts Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Massachusetts, on top of the picks below.

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 Philadelphia, PA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Philadelphia to Boston with a local mover averages $1,674 - $5,006. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $940 and $2,700. 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 Philadelphia runs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Philadelphia to Boston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $940 - $1,628
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,096 - $2,107
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,540 - $2,700

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $92 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $184 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 $860 in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Boston, MA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Philadelphia to Boston?

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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Renting a moving truck for the 305-mile move from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $314 and $858, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $119 - $136
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Philadelphia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia to Boston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $314 - $594
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $363 - $718
• 4+ bedrooms: $422 - $858

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $860.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $119 - $136 for the 305-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 $74 and $399, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $184 per night for hotel stops on the 305-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $368 - $553.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Philadelphia to Boston?

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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boston, Massachusetts. 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 $1,105 and $1,756.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $837 - $1,393
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $895 - $1,756
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,171 - $2,249

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $860.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $92 - $184 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 Philadelphia to Boston?

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. Pipco Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Pipco Transportation, Inc. 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: Philadelphia, PA vs Boston, MA

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