($542+) Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 773-mile move from Nashville, Tennessee, to Rochester, New York, with costs ranging from $1,810 - $8,529. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $296 - $1,972. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Nashville and Rochester. Local movers in Nashville typically start around $275 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,810 - $4,805
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,440 - $6,298
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,110 - $8,529

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 Nashville to Rochester.

Specialty moving services from Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Nashville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Rochester, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Nashville to Rochester?

All three below meet the standards set by the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, the group most New York 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 Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY

Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Rochester, New York, cost between $1,162 and $3,453. 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 Nashville costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Nashville to Rochester:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,162 - $2,053
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,350 - $2,819
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,810 - $3,453

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Nashville, TN, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $690, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $74 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $148 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Nashville, TN, and Rochester, NY, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Nashville to Rochester?

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 Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 773 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to Rochester, New York, running $581 - $1,557. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $243 - $277
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Nashville to Rochester based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $581 - $1,029
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $602 - $1,234
• 4+ bedrooms: $777 - $1,557

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Nashville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $690.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $243 - $277 for the 773-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 $59 and $320, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $148 per night for hotel stops on the 773-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $296 - $444.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville to Rochester?

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 Nashville, TN to Rochester, NY

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Nashville, Tennessee, to Rochester, New York. 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 $887 and $2,255.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $996 - $1,812
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,126 - $2,255
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,478 - $2,966

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 Nashville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $690.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $74 and $148 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Nashville to Rochester?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. OLD South Freight Service, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): OLD South Freight Service, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Nashville, TN vs Rochester, NY

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