Interstate Movers

What interstate movers do

Any move that crosses a state line is an interstate move. The company must be registered with FMCSA, have a USDOT number and hold interstate household goods authority (an MC number). Federal rules give you specific rights, including written estimates and a copy of the FMCSA booklet Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move.

What's usually included

• A written estimate (binding or non-binding)
• An order for service and a bill of lading
• An inventory of your goods
• Released-value protection at no extra cost, with full-value protection available

Who it's for

Anyone moving to another state, from a short hop across a state line to a coast-to-coast relocation.

What affects the cost

• Weight and distance
• Season and delivery timing
• Packing and special items
• Valuation coverage level
• Access at both ends

Rough planning ranges by home size and distance: how much movers cost.

Find interstate movers by city

For a move to another state, choose a company with active interstate household-goods authority from FMCSA. Our city directories list every mover registered with FMCSA in each area, with registration age, fleet size and authority status.

Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15.

How to compare companies

• Get at least three written estimates, ideally after a video or in-home survey.
• Compare the same things: services included, valuation coverage, dates and the type of estimate.
• Check licensing: the USDOT number for interstate moves, and any state license for in-state moves. See how to check a moving company.
• Be wary of quotes far below the rest. Moving scam red flags.

Questions to ask before hiring

• What is your USDOT number, and is your interstate household goods authority active?
• Are you the carrier, or a broker?
• Is the estimate binding?
• How is a dispute handled? (Interstate movers must offer an arbitration program.)

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