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Cost to move from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA
About 107 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,520–$2,530 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $610–$1,010 | $860–$1,460 | $720–$1,140 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $860–$1,420 | $1,360–$2,320 | $730–$1,170 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,520–$2,530 | $2,270–$3,880 | $740–$1,200 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,640–$4,420 | $3,890–$6,670 | $760–$1,260 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,500–$5,840 | $5,250–$8,990 | $780–$1,320 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 107 mi) | $690 | $1,090 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $20 | $30 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $640 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.79/h in Baltimore vs. $20.89/h in Philadelphia (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 20,654 people moved from Maryland to Pennsylvania in one year, and 16,851 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,410–$2,350 |
| April | $1,520–$2,530 |
| July | $1,740–$2,910 |
| October | $1,520–$2,530 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to Philadelphia?
A 2-bedroom move of about 107 road miles costs roughly $1,520–$2,530 with full-service movers in October, or $740–$1,200 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Baltimore to Philadelphia?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.