Arpin Van Lines vs Atlas Van Lines
By Daniel Harper, Senior Editor, Moving Costs · Reviewed by Melissa Grant, Pricing & Estimates Reviewer · Last updated May 2026
On our weighted score, Atlas Van Lines takes the edge (4.2/5). That said, Arpin Van Lines is the better pick for northeast-anchored interstate moves, while Atlas Van Lines wins for corporate and government relocations. Always get binding estimates from both before booking.
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Side-by-side
| Category | Arpin Van Lines | Atlas Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 125550 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 79658 |
| BBB rating | A | A+ |
| Founded | 1900 | 1948 |
| Headquarters | West Warwick, RI | Evansville, IN |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $2,800–$6,900 | $3,000–$7,200 |
| Customer rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
Arpin Van Lines
Long-established Rhode Island van line with stronger Northeast and Atlantic-corridor operations. International coverage extends to 150+ countries.
- Best for northeast-anchored interstate moves.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1900.
- BBB rating: A.
- Agent network is smaller in the West and Mountain regions.
Atlas Van Lines
Atlas runs a federated agent network with strong corporate relocation operations. Customer experience tracks closely to which local agent handles your shipment, which is worth checking before signing.
- Best for corporate and government relocations.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1948.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Local availability depends heavily on the specific Atlas agent in your region — quality can vary between markets.
Northeast-anchored interstate moves
Agent network is smaller in the West and Mountain regions.
Corporate and government relocations
Local availability depends heavily on the specific Atlas agent in your region — quality can vary between markets.
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