Best Burlington to Detroit Movers

How Much Do Burlington to Detroit Movers Cost?

Moving 665 miles from Burlington, VT to Detroit, MI will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Detroit that already have a booked job heading from Detroit to Burlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Detroit from Burlington entirely empty. If you can find a Detroit moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Burlington to Detroit moving option

Hire local Burlington movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Detroit movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Burlington to Detroit move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Burlington to Detroit movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Burlington, VT to Detroit, MI long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Burlington to Detroit moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 22 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Burlington and Detroit areas.

From these 22 companies, we analyzed a total of 4,587 reviews dating all the way back to May 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 1 state and federal moving licenses from these 22 companies and 113 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~4,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 0 Burlington to Detroit moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Born to Move) vs older more established companies (like Lowell's Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Burlington to Detroit moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.60/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 2,739 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.18/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 984 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.86/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 678 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.29/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 1,035 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

5.94/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 427 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.71/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 1,075 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.09/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 1,526 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.29/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 2,823 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.39/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 1,573 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.78/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 363 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (Burlington & Detroit combined) from 1,244 reviews

From Burlington to Detroit: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Burlington & Downtown in Detroit are both known for their urban core with waterfront access & dining
• Burlington's South End neighborhood & Detroit's Corktown both share an industrial-chic vibe & craft breweries
• If you're moving from Old North End, check out West Village in the Detroit area for the historic residences & tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy New North End's emerging residential area & revitalization? You're sure to love North End
• Move from Hill Section to Palmer Woods and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: grand historic homes & leafy terrain
• Intervale & Eastern Market are both known for their community gardens & local farm market
• Burlington's University District neighborhood & Detroit's Midtown neighborhood both have student-centered living & campus proximity
• If you're moving from Battery Park, look into Indian Village for the small historic enclave & waterfront views

Discover Detroit Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Detroit is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Burlington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Hen of the Wood, Misery Loves Co., and Penny Cluse Café in Burlington, we're sure you'll love Selden Standard, Gold Cash Gold, and Dime Store in Detroit. See our Detroit restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Burlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Leunig's Bistro, head to The Whitney on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Burlington and Detroit

• The Colonial architecture that Burlington is known for will be replaced with the Art Deco architecture typical of Detroit.
• Compared to Burlington's real estate listings that commonly reference lake views and proximity to UVM, Detroit real estate listings often highlight features like historic homes and proximity to downtown.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Detroit is less walkable than Burlington.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Detroit is less bike-friendly than Burlington.
• Detroit has more of an urban feel than Burlington.
• Detroit housing costs are 86% less expensive than they are in Burlington, with a median home price of $71,547 compared to Burlington’s $509,039.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Detroit have increased by 60% compared to a 50% increase in Burlington.
• Rent in Detroit is 33.80% more affordable than in Burlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Detroit, MI

1. 1 Corktown: Walkable, tree-lined streets, the refreshed Roosevelt Park, and lots of pet-friendly patios make daily dog outings easy.
2. 2 Midtown/Brush Park: Highly walkable with a neighborhood dog park, quick access to the Dequindre Cut and Riverwalk, and many pet-friendly apartments.
3. 3 West Village: Quiet, strollable blocks with quick access to Belle Isle's expansive green space and several pet-friendly cafes and services.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Burlington and Detroit

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