($578+) Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI

Hiring full-service movers from Providence, Rhode Island, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, costs between $1,499 and $7,868. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 743-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $323 - $2,156, 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 Providence and Ann Arbor. For a rough baseline, movers based in Providence tend to start around $348 plus $90/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 Providence to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,499 - $4,336
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,118 - $5,219
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,005 - $7,868

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 Providence to Ann Arbor.

Specialty moving services from Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Providence movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Ann Arbor, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Michigan Movers Association, the group most Michigan movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI

Moving containers from Providence, Rhode Island, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $1,106 and $3,408. 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 Providence typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,106 - $2,049
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,406 - $2,703
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,978 - $3,408

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $81 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $162 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Ann Arbor, MI, 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 $755 in Providence, RI. 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 Providence to Ann Arbor?

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 Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI

Plan on $529 - $1,504 for a rental moving truck on the 743-mile route from Providence, Rhode Island, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $255 - $291
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Providence daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $529 - $1,045
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $625 - $1,253
• 4+ bedrooms: $706 - $1,504

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $81 and $377.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $162.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $255 and $291 for the 743-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $755 for 2 movers in Providence, Rhode Island, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Providence to Ann Arbor?

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 Providence, RI to Ann Arbor, MI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Providence, Rhode Island, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. 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 $970 and $2,250.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $976 - $1,791
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,136 - $2,250
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,583 - $2,812

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $81 - $162 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Providence, Rhode Island, typically costs $755.

What are the best freight companies from Providence to Ann Arbor?

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. Blue Sun Super Service (4.76/5 stars): Blue Sun Super Service 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: Providence, RI vs Ann Arbor, MI

There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Providence and Ann Arbor to plan around. Cost of living index: 109 vs. 106. Average rent: $2,200/mo vs. $2,260/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 76 vs. 52. Safety index: 50.16 vs. 79.18.