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Cost to move from Boston, MA to Hartford, CT
About 111 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,550–$2,590 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 | $620–$1,040 | $870–$1,490 | $720–$1,140 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $880–$1,460 | $1,380–$2,360 | $730–$1,170 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,550–$2,590 | $2,300–$3,940 | $740–$1,200 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,710–$4,530 | $3,960–$6,780 | $760–$1,260 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,580–$5,990 | $5,330–$9,140 | $780–$1,320 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 111 mi) | $690 | $1,110 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $30 | $30 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $470 | $800 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $650 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.92/h in Boston vs. $21.15/h in Hartford (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 13,428 people moved from Massachusetts to Connecticut in one year, and 10,437 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,440–$2,410 |
| April | $1,550–$2,590 |
| July | $1,790–$2,980 |
| October | $1,550–$2,590 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Boston to Hartford?
A 2-bedroom move of about 111 road miles costs roughly $1,550–$2,590 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 Boston to Hartford?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.