Moving across the state, across the country, or anywhere in between is a different animal than a move down the block. The distance adds variables: transit time, coordination between origin and destination, and a lot more that can go wrong if the company handling your belongings doesn’t know what it’s doing.
At Morse Moving & Storage, we’ve been successfully managing long-distance relocations for families, individuals, and businesses since 1954. As an award-winning agent for Allied Van Lines, we combine the reach of a national network with the accountability of a local family company.
When your belongings are traveling hundreds or thousands of miles, you need confidence in the movers you’re working with. You need a team that plans ahead, communicates constantly, and treats your move like it’s the only one on the schedule that day.
Our Long Distance Moving Services
Every long distance move comes with its own set of logistics. That’s why Morse Moving & Storage builds a full scope of services around your specific relocation, rather than handing you a one-size-fits-all package.
I have moved several times and was very impressed. … If you want a move with no stress I highly recommend the company. — Zee F.
Interstate and Cross-Country Moving
Whether you’re relocating two states over or clear across the country, our interstate moving solutions are built to handle the added complexity that comes with distance. We coordinate pickup and delivery windows, manage transportation logistics through the Allied Van Lines network, and keep you informed at every stage so you’re never left wondering where your belongings are or when they’ll arrive.
Moving was fabulous from beginning to end! They helped us develop a timeline of interstate moving services that allowed us to send our interstate shipment (which included one of our vehicles) for a reasonable budget! — Pat K.
Corporate and Employee Relocation
Businesses relocating employees need a moving partner who understands deadlines, budgets, and the stress that comes with uprooting a household for a job. Our corporate relocation services are designed to take that burden off HR departments and employees alike, with dedicated coordination, flexible scheduling, and reporting that keeps your company updated and informed throughout the process.
Specialty Moving
Long-distance transit is toughest on some of the most valuable items. Pianos, fine art, antiques, and grandfather clocks all require handling that goes beyond wrapping a moving blanket around them and hoping for the best.
Our specialty moving services cover a wide range of items, including:
- Pianos: Upright, spinet, and grand pianos all require different equipment and techniques. Our crews are trained to move them without damaging the instrument or the floors and doorways along the way.
- Fine Art and Antiques: Original paintings, sculptures, and antique furniture receive custom padding, crating when necessary, and careful handling from pickup through delivery.
- Grandfather Clocks and Heirloom Furniture: Pieces with moving parts or sentimental weight get individualized attention, including disassembly when it protects the piece during transit.
- Vehicle Shipping: If you need a car, motorcycle, or boat transported alongside your household goods, we can coordinate that as part of your overall move.
- Safes and Oversized Items: Heavy safes, large appliances, and bulky furniture require rigging equipment and a crew that knows how to move them without injury or property damage.
Kyle’s crew did a great job packing and loading all my things, including a large piano. These guys are the best! — Dawn B.
Furniture Disassembly and Reassembly
Large pieces often need to come apart before they can travel safely. Our movers disassemble bed frames, dining tables, entertainment centers, and modular office furniture, then carefully label and organize every piece of hardware. When your belongings arrive, we put everything back together so you’re not left staring at a pile of bolts and instructions.
Packing Services
Packing for a long-distance move is not the same as packing for a move across town. Items spend more time in transit, get handled more times, and face more variables along the way, so the margin for error is smaller. We offer full-service packing, where our crew handles everything from your kitchen to your garage, as well as partial packing for specific rooms and fragile-only packing for your most delicate belongings. If you’d rather handle the packing yourself, we also supply high-quality moving boxes, tape, bubble wrap, furniture covers, dish pack boxes, wardrobe boxes, and mattress covers so you can pack with confidence.
“I used Morse Moving to pack my 2 bedroom apartment in Detroit and move to Toronto Canada. These guys were great, they brought all of the materials, packed me up moved and unloaded me in 2 days!”
Secure Storage Solutions
Long-distance moves don’t always line up perfectly between move-out and move-in dates. Our storage facilities offer climate-controlled space, 24/7 surveillance, and fire protection, so your belongings stay safe whether you need storage for a few days or several months while you wait on your new home.
Efficient Loading, Transportation, and Unloading
Our crews use professional equipment, including furniture dollies, lifting straps, and protective padding, to load your belongings so nothing shifts during the trip. Our trucks are GPS-tracked, which means you can monitor your shipment’s progress and know roughly when to expect delivery rather than waiting by the phone.
Our Long-Distance Moving Process
Long-distance moves involve more coordination than local ones, so we built a process that keeps every stage organized and communicated clearly.
My husband and I had the pleasure of using Morse Moving when we moved out of state from Detroit. I worked with them throughout my interstate moving process and he was wonderful! — Pat K.
Step 1: Free Consultation and Estimate
At Morse, your move starts with a conversation. One of our relocation consultants will walk through the details of your move, including your timeline, the volume of your belongings, and any specialty items, so we can put together an estimate that accounts for distance, weight, and services rather than guesswork.
Step 2: Personalized Moving Plan
Based on your consultation, we build a plan specific to your move. This covers packing needs, transportation logistics, crew size, and a schedule that works backward from your delivery window so you know what to expect at each stage.
I would like to thank the entire crew, from Jeff and Tracey in the planning stage to Lee and the entire moving crew. We had a move that was very much overwhelming to us made “easy” by your team. — David V.
Step 3: Packing and Preparation
If you’ve opted for packing services, our crew arrives ahead of moving day to get everything ready using materials suited to long transit times. If you’re packing yourself, we’ll provide guidance and supplies so your boxes hold up throughout the journey.
Step 4: Loading and Transportation
Once everything is packed, our crew loads your belongings onto secure, GPS-tracked trucks. We take extra precautions with fragile and high-value items to minimize the risk of shifting or damage over long stretches of highway.
Morse Moving was great from initial quote to the moment they completed the delivery. We moved from Michigan to Arizona. Morse had us loaded in 3 hours, left our home as clean as when they arrived. They arrived at our storage facility in AZ right on time and had us unloaded in 2 hours. Every piece accounted for and no damage. — Jon G.
Step 5: Real-Time Tracking and Updates
You don’t have to wonder where your shipment is when you choose Morse. Our GPS tracking system lets you follow your belongings’ progress, and our team keeps you updated throughout the trip so you can plan your arrival accordingly.
Step 6: Unloading and Unpacking
At your new home, our crew unloads carefully and places furniture and boxes in the rooms you specify. If you’ve added unpacking services, we’ll get started on that too, so you’re not staring down a mountain of boxes after a long trip.
Step 7: Final Inspection and Follow-Up
Before we consider the job finished, we walk through the delivery with you to confirm everything arrived the way it should have. If anything needs attention afterward, we stay involved until it’s resolved.
What Sets Morse Moving & Storage Apart
Long-distance moves carry more risk than local ones, which makes the choice of who you hire even more important. Here’s why Morse has remained a trusted name for long-distance relocations across Michigan and beyond for nearly 70 years.
- Experience Across Generations: Morse Moving & Storage was founded in 1954 by Herb and Vi Morse, and the company remains family-rooted today. That experience shows up in how we treat every long-distance move.
- Award-Winning Allied Van Lines Agent: Morse has been an Allied Van Lines agent since 1989, recognized for consistently high performance and customer satisfaction. This affiliation gives you the resources of a national network without losing the accountability of a locally owned company.
- Certified and Credentialed: We’re AMSA Certified ProMovers and ISO certified since 2000. These credentials reflect our commitment to professional standards on moves across any distance.
- Fully Licensed and Insured: Morse Moving & Storage meets all state and federal licensing requirements, carries comprehensive liability coverage, and offers additional insurance options for high-value items on a long trip.
- Elite-Trained Drivers and Crews: Several of our drivers and team members have earned Allied Van Lines’ Elite Fleet designation, reserved for the best-performing moving professionals in the network. On a long-distance move, that experience matters.
- Real-Time Tracking: Our GPS-tracked trucks let you monitor your shipment’s progress instead of waiting for a phone call, giving you a clearer picture of when your belongings will arrive.
- Transparent Pricing: Long-distance moves involve more variables than local ones, so we walk through every cost upfront, factoring in distance, weight, and services, with no surprises when the bill arrives.
I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Morse moving company. … Their pricing is fair and well worth it! — Rachel W.
Get Your Free Long Distance Moving Quote Today
Planning a move across the state or across the country is a big undertaking, and the company you choose to handle it matters. Morse Moving & Storage has the network, the equipment, and the crews to get your belongings where they need to go without the guesswork.
Call us today at 888-616-2810 or get a free quote online now to connect with one of our relocation consultants. We serve Detroit, Romulus, Lansing, Traverse City, Grand Rapids, Cleveland, and destinations across the country through our Allied Van Lines network.
Long Distance Moving | FAQs
How far in advance should I book a long distance move?
We recommend booking at least six to eight weeks ahead of a long distance move, since scheduling has to account for both your pickup date and a realistic delivery window. Peak season, from late spring through early fall, fills up faster, so earlier is better.
How is the cost of a long distance move calculated?
Long distance moves are typically priced based on the weight of your shipment, the distance being traveled, and any additional services such as packing, storage, or specialty item handling. We provide a detailed estimate during your consultation so you know what to expect before moving day.
How long does delivery take on a long-distance move?
Delivery windows depend on the distance between your origin and destination, as well as scheduling with other shipments traveling similar routes. We’ll give you an estimated delivery window during your consultation and keep you updated through GPS tracking as your move progresses.
Can you handle specialty items on a long-distance move?
Yes. Long-distance transit is actually where specialty handling matters most, since items spend more time on the road. We regularly transport pianos, fine art, antiques, grandfather clocks, and vehicles as part of long-distance relocations, using the equipment and techniques needed to protect them over the full trip.
What happens if my belongings are delayed or something is damaged in transit?
Delays are uncommon, but if one happens, we’ll keep you informed through the same tracking and communication we use throughout the move. If damage occurs, contact us, and we’ll work with you to resolve it through your coverage options, which we review with you before your move begins.
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