Bozeman, MT → Olympia, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bozeman to Olympia

About 675 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,100–$6,100, delivery in 2–5 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 101 in Olympia.

675 miroad distance
12 h 20 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,100–$6,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bozeman, Montana
To: Olympia, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 675 miles (572 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 20 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination: 101 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Olympia → Bozeman

Moving from Bozeman to Olympia is a long-distance move of roughly 675 road miles, heading west from Montana to Washington.

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 $4,100 to $6,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 20 min.

On the Bozeman side there are 39 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (27 of them authorized for interstate work), and 101 around Olympia (46 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 Olympia.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and Olympia about 57,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,493 and 3,052 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington is a higher-cost state than Montana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to Olympia

Full-service estimate for 675 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,640	$2,000	$2,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,460	$3,000	$3,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,560	$8,010	$9,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,030	$11,010	$13,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$4,100–$6,100

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bozeman (origin)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT: 4142949
MC: 1588857
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2316339
MC: 790746
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT: 436774
MC: 240409
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3854639
MC: 1406132
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 4460852
MC: 1762976
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8811771
MC: 77831789
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4557708
MC: 1811084
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1902328
MC: 1099864
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

Near Olympia (destination)

Harbor Wholesale Grocery INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 430787
MC: 309158
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 133 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 754-4484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympic Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 586615
MC: 284187
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (306) 753-2344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morgan Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Western Transfer Of Washington LLC

USDOT: 2575693
MC: 1155069
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (360) 493-1300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olmpic Move Group Lile Moving & Storage Move Nw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Merchants Parcel Delivery INC

USDOT: 527782
MC: 75805
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (360) 701-5234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allwest Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1277174
MC: 786271
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (360) 943-4990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Ready Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All Ready Moving LLC

USDOT: 2083124
MC: 1398715
Based in: Tumwater, WA 98512 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 507-2447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4119742
MC: 1575398
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (360) 780-3858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lady Americana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sound Sleep Products INC

USDOT: 565789
MC: 879382
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (253) 891-1293 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 101 movers in Olympia

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bozeman to Olympia?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,640 to $2,440 for a studio, $2,460 to $3,660 for a one-bedroom, $4,100 to $6,100 for a two-bedroom, $6,560 to $9,770 for a three-bedroom and $9,030 to $13,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Olympia from Bozeman?

About 675 road miles (572 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Montana into Washington 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 Bozeman to Olympia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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 Bozeman–Olympia corridor.