Which highways or roads should I avoid when driving a moving truck in Evansville during peak hours?

When driving a moving truck in Evansville during peak hours, steer clear of the Lloyd Expressway and U.S. 41, especially the bridges over the Ohio River. Congestion in these areas peaks from around 7 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 6 pm, while routes tend to bottleneck near the Evansville Regional Airport and downtown.

What factors affect the cost of moving in Evansville?

Moving costs in Evansville depend on a number of factors, including home size, distance moved, and the size of crew needed. Extras, such as stairs or handling bulky items, can incur additional charges. Booking a move during busy moving seasons when availability is tight can drive up pricing as well. With MovingPlace, you can enter your details and get accurate, transparent quotes from local companies, so you know exactly what to expect with no surprises.

How far in advance do I need to book movers in Evansville?

In Evansville, most homeowners book their move about 26 days before their scheduled date. However, for the best availability, pricing, and scheduling flexibility, we recommend booking at least 4-6 weeks in advance. Planning early is especially important during high-demand periods. If you're moving during the summer season, on a weekend, or at the end of the month, consider booking even earlier to avoid scheduling conflicts.

How big of a moving truck will I need?

The right truck size depends on your home's size and the amount of belongings you have to move. If you have oversized items, such as sectionals, large appliances, or pianos, it's smart to size up. Professional movers can recommend the right-sized truck based on your moving details, so you have sufficient space while staying within your budget. Rental companies also tend to have size estimation tools. When you book a full-service move through MovingPlace, the truck and equipment are already included based on the size of your home, so there's no guesswork.

Is packing included in a local full-service move?

No, packing isn't included in a standard local full-service move, but you can easily add it as an optional service for an extra fee. Your moving professionals handle the labor while you supply all the materials, such as boxes, tape, and bubble wrap. Adding a packing service helps keep things simple and organized and can make your move much more efficient. Plus, if you have any oversized or fragile items, leaving the packing to the pros helps reduce damage risks.

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Evansville, IN

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Moving Services in Evansville, IN

Wherever life takes you, you get the right moving solution for your move—whether you’re moving locally in Evansville or across the country

Local Full-Service Moving

Move with less stress with local full-service. Your professional movers will handle the loading, transporting, and unloading so you can settle into your new home with ease.

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Local Evansville, IN Movers

MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the Evansville area—so you can book confidently, knowing your move will be handled by professionals who treat you and your belongings with care.

The Cost of Moving in Evansville, IN

Full-service moves in Evansville average around $1,267.20, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving mid-week or during January.

Your full-service moving quote covers labor to load and unload boxes and furniture, plus a truck and driver to haul everything to your new home.

Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in Evansville, IN.

Move Size	Average Cost	Duration
Small Studio, 1–2 BR apartments	$1,028.34	4 hrs 2 movers
Medium 3 BR apts, 2–3 BR homes	$1,383.41	5 hrs 3 movers
Large 4+ BR homes	$1,920.63	7 hrs 3 movers

Based on 1M+ completed moves across our platform.

Josh Barnes Head of Sales Operations, MovingPlace View full bio →

"Most cost estimates are based on limited data that doesn't account for timing, location, or move size. Ours are built on years of real moves — so what you see here is actually based on what people in Evansville pay."

How we calculate these numbers

1

Start with local data We pull from 1M+ completed moves on our platform. If Evansville has enough data (at least 10 moves of a given size), that local data is our baseline.

2

Fill gaps with regional context Where local data is thin, we expand to county, then state, then cities with comparable household income levels—so estimates stay market-relevant.

3

Normalize for consistency We apply weighted calculations across categories to prevent a single outlier from skewing what a typical move should cost.

Read the full methodology →

Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.

How to Save on Moving in Evansville

In Evansville, IN, the average cost of labor-only move help is only $450.93, compared to $1,267.20 for a local full-service move, so hiring labor-only movers could save you hundreds of dollars on your move, if you're willing to rent a truck or moving container.

Additionally, MovingPlace's algorithm matches you with the mover that offers the best value for your needs, and our Best Price Guarantee means that you can book with the confidence that you are getting the best deal.

Real Experiences From Verified Bookings

Marcus & his assistant were amazing. Very organized, very efficient, no nonsense - just get the job done. Definitely would highly recommend

— Cathy S.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

They arrived early after calling to see if we were ready and did a fantastic job. Well packed and no broken items when we arrived in Texas from Indiana. It took less time than we expected for them to complete the loading of our rental truck. They were courteous and handled our furniture with care. I would highly recommend this service to anyone who needs their possessions packed, moved or unloaded.

— Dennis F.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

I am thrilled! Marcus & partner showed up ON TIME and got the job done in record time. They went above and beyond my expectations. I am so impressed! I would DEFINITELY call them again!

— Joan R.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Great! A++ all the way!

— Kyle K.

Movers | MARATHON MOVERS

Could not ask for anything more. Helpful. patient and never stopped till it was done.

— Paul B.

Movers | MARATHON MOVERS

Arrived early. Worked fast. Very polite. They did a wonderful job!

— Diana V.

Movers | MARATHON MOVERS

They arrived on time. They moved quickly and never bumped the walls or banged the furniture. They seemed very experienced. They were not careful to make sure they put the boxes in the correct rooms. For example, I found one box clearly marked "kitchen" in the guest bedroom. They left after one hour even though I asked if they would stay the full 2 hours I had paid for. especially since I'm an older lady and they were my only helpers. My friends brought me lunch but they are too old to help move. For example, it took me over an hour to find my vacuum cleaner which had been taken apart into 3 pieces. I found one part in the living room but had to move boxes to get to it. I found the other 2 parts in different areas of the garage. They could have helped with that or many other tasks such as folding the moving blankets which were strewn here and there. Anyway they left after an hour. They did move the furniture carefully and expertly but left after one hour. I asked if I only had to pay for an hour and he said, "there's a 2 hour minimum."

— Jennie D.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

On time and ready to work. Excellent service.

— Steve V.

Movers | MARATHON MOVERS

Great communication of when they would arrive. Workers were very hard working yet careful with everything. Couldn't have gone better.

— Herbert H.

Movers | MARATHON MOVERS

On time,,, very professional,, pleased with the service. Pleasant to have met, Marcus and his crew. Would recommend them to anyone.

— Billy H.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

They were very hard workers and very polite . They were organized and prepared to do their job. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs professional and reliable movers . This is the second time we hired them and definitely would again. Thank you gentlemen for a job well done! Janice Childers

— Janis C.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

They were punctual, courteous, kind and efficient.

— Marjorie C.

Movers | Mighty Mighty Movers

Lester and Samantha went above and beyond. Super friendly and careful. Got my truck loaded in less than 2 hours! Very well done! Thank you guys for making this an amazing transition! Be well! ??

— Amber G.

Movers | Mighty Mighty Movers

Excellent communication, arrived promptly, packed the truck efficiently, and completed the job on time. Both were personable and worked hard. I would be happy to recommend without hesitation.

— Ryan T.

Movers | Mighty Mighty Movers

They were amazing

— Garrett B.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Marcus and Tyrone were the movers assigned to my move. They were absolutely WONDERFUL! They were on time and 100% prepared. They worked extremely hard and proficient. They were also very patient with me which was greatly appreciated. They were very respectful of my things and my property. I would most definitely use them again and will recommend them to anyone I hear of needing movers!

— Kristi P.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

We would hire them again without hesitation! On time , courteous, hard workers, and treated our things as they were theirs. Fantastic! The Childers family

— Janis C.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

I was worried they would be done in the four hours but they made it happen!

— Mary C.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Very kind and crazy quick. Saved us a lot of pain and got what would have taken us a day done in under an hour. 10/10 would move again.

— Evan G.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

The guys were amazing, very helpful, even showed up early. They were polite and considerate with my belongings and did everything right and went above and beyond!

— Savannah M.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

These young men was awesome. They was very professional on time reliable and very organized they took half of a 26-footer and put it in a small storage unbelievable great job but use them but every one of my move thanks again

— Chiquita J.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Hard working and fast; prompt and early for the job. Thank you!

— Sherri W.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Very hard workers. Definitely recommend!

— Sherri W.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Marcus was great, but his helper was not very good. Both were friendly.

— Tammie V.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

Marcus is the best mover I’ve ever dealt with in 3 relocations. He and Tim came in introduced themselves and started to work right away. They used the time as if it was their own. Their care for our personal goods, furniture, and everything they moved was as though it was their personal belongings. My wife and I didn’t know what to expect from this new moving company but they have “wowed” us to the point to where I am writing this review in hopes that someone will read this and choose them as their moving company. Great job Marcus and we wish you nothing but success with you company. Choose Aloo and you will not be disappointed.

— Lenzelle S.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

On time, worked fast, got it done carefully and respectfully

— Gary G.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

They were very professional and the workers were very efficient. They handled my possessions as if they were their own. They worked late and did not mind staying over their allotted time.

— Christie B.

Movers | Aloo moving llc

How MovingPlace Works

If you’re moving in and around the local Evansville area, you can rely on MovingPlace to make your experience as stress-free as possible.

1

Book Online in Minutes

Use our intuitive booking tool to schedule your local move online. Just enter your details, select your options, and lock in your moving date—all in a matter of minutes.

2

Pack & Prepare for Moving Day

Once your booking is confirmed, it’s time to get ready. Use our helpful resources to organize and pack your belongings. And then 24 hours before your move date, you’ll get a call confirming the details of your move.

3

Relax & Let the Movers Work

On moving day, sit back and let your professional movers take care of everything. From loading and transporting to unloading at your new place, your moving team will ensure a seamless and efficient move.

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4

Enjoy a Stress-Free Finish

With everything moved and unpacked, your job is done! Need help resolving any last-minute concerns? Our team is just a call away. And for extra peace of mind, every move is backed by our $1,000 service guarantee.

Planning Your Move in Evansville, IN

After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Evansville can help you plan smarter and stress less.

Avg. days booking before move

26 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

July

Tip: If you must move during peak season, book well in advance!

% of moves on the weekend

85.7%

Tip: Plan your move on a weekday to save money.

Avg. move duration

4 hours

Most local moves wrap up in a few hours, but stairs, packing, or traffic can add time.

The Full-Service Advantage in Evansville, IN

Customize, compare, and book your move in Evansville all in one place for a streamlined, stress-free experience.

MovingPlace's Unique Vetting Process

Other marketplaces let anyone with a clever business name sign up. MovingPlace is different. Every mover on our platform has been thoroughly screened and are continually held to high standards, so you can find professional movers you can trust.

Strict onboarding
requirements

✓ Business owner must pass a background check

✓ Business and payment info must be verified (W-9)

✓ Must agree to our Service Provider Terms

✓ Must have at least 10 verified reviews with a 4+ star rating

✓ Must complete an onboarding review with an account manager

Ongoing performance
standards

Every provider is held to high standards across:

✓ Customer satisfaction

✓ Acceptance and completion rates

✓ Pricing consistency

✓ Claims and no-show rates

✓ Compliance with our Terms of Service

Additional standards for full service movers

✓ Must carry verified Commercial General Liability Insurance (COI)

✓ Insurance coverage is tracked on an ongoing basis to ensure it stays active

✓ Required state moving licenses must be validated

Move Details Tailored to You

Simply enter your move details and our Smart Match Technology will create a tailored move plan for you.

Compare Multiple Providers

Access multiple vetted providers, compare offerings side-by-side, and find the best match.

Manage Your Move with Ease

Easily schedule, manage, and track your move online, all from the convenience of one platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered by Our Experts

Mark Conrad Senior Moving Operations Advisor, MovingPlace View full bio →

Mark has 20+ years of experience across every side of the moving industry — from running his own relocation business to managing supply chains at a publicly traded logistics firm. His answers below draw on firsthand experience supporting hundreds of thousands of moves, including local, corporate, and military relocations.

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MovingPlace partners only with licensed and thoroughly vetted movers. Each provider undergoes background checks and meets high standards of quality and reliability. You can move with confidence, knowing your belongings are in trusted hands.