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Affordable 100 to 200 Mile Long Distance Moves

Is 100 to 200 Miles Considered A Long Distance Move?

-After contacting a moving company for a haul, they consider a short-distance move, yet many movers quote unreasonable prices. Now people want to know: what do movers consider long distance travel?

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What Defines A Long Distance Move?

A long distance move is any move that is more than 100 miles from where you started.

Every Moving Company Has A Different Definition Of A Long Distance Move

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-Not every mover has the same definition of a long distance relocation:

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  • Some moving companies might argue that any move that exceeds 50 miles is a long distance relocation.

  • Other movers might have a more lenient policy and only classify moves within the 200-mile range as a long distance move.

  • However, most local and national moving companies say that 100-200 miles is still a long distance move, even though it feels local or regional.

  • Moving within the 70 to 200-mile range is complicated. The move is too far for a cheap local rate, but not far enough for a coast-to-coast price.

 

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Important Note: The resources above show that moving companies have different policies for what counts as a long distance move.

How To Save Money On 100 to 200 Mile Long Distance Moves

Now that we have established that many movers consider 100 to 200-mile moves as "moving long distance," How can you save on costs?​

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  1. Small Moving Companies: Avoid major brands and get quotes from smaller/mid-sized businesses. Small movers are more available than larger companies and are more likely to give you a better deal.

  2. American National Movers: We offer the cheapest prices for 100 - 200 mile moves with an average cost of $1700.00. While many companies consider a 200-mile move a long distance travel, we still consider this a short haul.

  3. Negotiate: Don't waste time; tell your movers your budget and what you want. This will save you time and money when negotiating your relocation costs.

  4. DIY Moving Options: Truck rental companies and shipping container businesses have an average cost of $1500 for 100 to 200-mile moves.

  5. Little Moves: Want to save money on a move that you may consider short distance? (70 to 200 miles,) Downsize and make your move smaller. Small, long distance moves are quoted at much cheaper prices than a haul with a lot of stuff.

 

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Why Do 100 to 200 mile Moves Have Higher Costs?

Although a 100-mile move is significantly less than 1,000 miles, there are still other factors to consider:

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  1. Fuel: Moves exceeding 50 miles from origin to destination will be charged a hefty fuel charge to cover the round trip costs from your pick-up and delivery location.

  2. Travel Time: Moves exceeding 100 miles will take longer to service the move. As a result, a moving company will charge you a higher rate to compensate for the longer distance.

  3. Crossing State Lines: Moving 200 miles away is a shorter distance, but for insurance purposes, your movers will have to charge a higher rate.

  4. Brand: It's not always that distance that makes your movers expensive, short haul or long haul. Sometimes, it's simply the moving company charges a higher rate.

  5. Company Profit: For shorter moves like 100 to 200 miles, long distance movers may have fewer bookings, which can result in a higher price. Companies often prioritize longer, more lucrative moves, so shorter moves may cost more due to limited availability and the need for the company to make a reasonable profit.

Contact Our Affordable 100-200 Mile Long Distance Movers

People are shocked at the average cost of hiring movers for 100 to 200-mile moves. As a solution, American National Movers offers competitive rates for mid-range distances.

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Why Choose Us For Your 100 - 200 Mile Move?

  1. Transparent Pricing: We will give you an upfront quote at a flat rate so you know your costs upfront.

  2. Affordable Rates: Our average cost for a 100 to 200-mile move is lower than the moving industry standard.

  3. Same-Day Delivery: We will pick up your items and deliver them on the same day.

  4. Good Reviews: Feedback from our previous customers shows that 100 to 200-mile long-distance movers are trustworthy and reliable.

  5. Short Haul Specialist: as a national moving company, we have a fleet of trucks allowing us to haul 100 a 200-mile hauls at a fair price.

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Get A Quote: Affordable Short Long Hauls

-Move with American National Movers and let us take your furniture the 50, 100 or 200 mile distance at a better price. Moving between states or across multiple cities can be expensive and stressful, but let our movers make it easier.

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