350 to 500 Mile Affordable Long Distance Moving

American National Movers
Aug 3
3 min read

Green truck on a curving highway with mountains in the background. Sparse trees line the road under a clear blue sky, creating a serene scene. — Moving to another state thats within the range of 500 miles? Contact American National Mover for a professional service and a cost that makes sense for your needs and budget.

Moving between 350 and 500 miles may not feel like a full "long-distance move" to most people, but to most moving companies, it is. The issue? Many national van lines quote rates of $6,000 or more for moves of 500 miles or less. This just doesn't make economical sense when the mileage of the relocation is relatively short, especially if the costs for movers exceeds the value of the furniture.

At American National Movers, we specialize in affordable long distance moving and are one of the few companies offering rates between $3,000 and $4,000 for hauls within the 300 to 500-mile range.

Why Mid-Range Moves Still Count as Moving Long Distance

if your haul is not under 100 miles, many movers will consider this a long distance move. Here is what you need to know:

Even though 350 to 500 miles doesn't seem far, most movers consider anything over 100 miles as moving long distance. This means you'll no longer be charged hourly—your rate will be based on:

Cubic Feet (Volume):

If your movers quote by cubic feet, your rate will be based on the total space your furniture takes up inside the truck.

Pounds (Weight):

Some movers charge by weight. Your total cost may increase if your load is heavier than expected once it's weighed at a certified station.

Number of Movers & Trucks Required:

If you're moving a large household (three to four bedrooms), a single 26-foot truck may not be enough. Requiring an extra truck or additional movers can significantly increase your costs.

How American National Movers Makes Your 500-Mile Move Affordable.

Stacked black bins with yellow lids, wrapped furniture, and a blue blanket in a storage unit with a speckled gray floor and striped walls. — Since we operate in almost every state, we are able to offer lower long distance rates if our trucks are already in route.

At American National Movers, we operate nationwide, which allows us to keep our trucks on the road and utilize piggyback loads. Essentially, we never come back empty, which can lower your total long distance moving costs by up to 30%.

Here is a detailed breakdown:

Bundle shipments (piggyback loads):

A piggyback move, also known as shared load moving, is when movers share a truck with other customers to keep your price down. Learn more about our shared load long distance moving here.

Avoid empty returns:

Long distance movers can be expensive because they charge you for the return trip, even after your load has been delivered. This is because the moving company has to account for the cost of driving back to their base empty. Since we piggyback our hauls, we don't charge you for this.

Offer smaller load discounts:

Because of our shared load moving process, if you're only moving a few items, you won't be charged the same rate as someone moving an entire house.

300 to 500 Mile Long Distance Movers: Average Costs $4,000.

Hiring a major van line for a 350–500 mile move can be overkill—especially if you're only relocating standard household furniture. In many cases, the price you pay exceeds the actual value of what you're moving. Instead, consider a more affordable and efficient option: a mid-sized carrier like American National Movers. Our pricing is intentionally competitive, with average costs ranging from $3,000 to $4,000, so you get reliable long distance service without unnecessary markups.