Baton Rouge, LA → Portland, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Baton Rouge to Portland

About 2,347 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,240–$10,770, delivery in 7–14 days, 196 carriers on the Baton Rouge side and 645 in Portland.

2,347 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,240–$10,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
To: Portland, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 2,347 miles (1,989 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 196 (102 interstate)
Movers at destination: 645 (474 interstate)

Reverse: Portland → Baton Rouge

The route from Baton Rouge, LA to Portland, OR covers roughly 2,347 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $7,240 to $10,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 41 hours (5 driving days).

On the Baton Rouge side there are 196 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (102 of them authorized for interstate work), and 645 around Portland (474 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Portland.

Baton Rouge has a population of about 222,795 and Portland about 635,109. Portland is the denser city (4,888 people per square mile versus 2,636 in Baton Rouge), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Oregon is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Baton Rouge to Portland

Full-service estimate for 2,347 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,890	$3,530	$4,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,340	$5,290	$6,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,240	$8,820	$10,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,580	$14,120	$17,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,920	$19,410	$23,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,310–$4,680

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$3,110–$4,580

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$7,240–$10,770

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Baton Rouge (origin)

Ferrara Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1972988
MC: 698068
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70817 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (225) 757-5268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 348258
MC: 652592
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (225) 444-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derashnie Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1209842
MC: 481164
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70805 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 64 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (225) 346-6760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosco Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532960
MC: 1176827
Based in: Port Allen, LA 70767 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (225) 228-2773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Double F Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1447929
MC: 547179
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (225) 408-3558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hwj Legacy LLC

USDOT: 2147737
MC: 746991
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (205) 412-6757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb3 Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4209169
MC: 1628424
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (225) 268-9184 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Baton Rouge LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1980694
MC: 701686
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 196 movers in Baton Rouge

Near Portland (destination)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jacko Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2580906
MC: 903633
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 245 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 307-8551 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT: 1863079
MC: 722865
Based in: Portland, OR 97214 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic & Pacific Freightways INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 381463
MC: 204314
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (800) 628-6419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 248002
MC: 32882
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98661 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363186
MC: 810023
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436341
MC: 1119093
Based in: Damascus, OR 97089 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT: 61733
MC: 581707
Based in: Portland, OR 97220 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in Portland

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Portland accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baton Rouge to Portland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,340 to $6,460 for a one-bedroom, $7,240 to $10,770 for a two-bedroom, $11,580 to $17,230 for a three-bedroom and $15,920 to $23,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portland from Baton Rouge?

About 2,347 road miles (1,989 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Louisiana into Oregon makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Baton Rouge to Portland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,310 to $4,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,110 to $4,580. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Baton Rouge–Portland corridor.