Corvallis, OR → Tacoma, WA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Corvallis to Tacoma

About 224 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,660–$3,960, delivery in 1–2 days, 38 carriers on the Corvallis side and 823 in Tacoma.

224 miroad distance
4 h 34 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,660–$3,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corvallis, Oregon
To: Tacoma, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 224 miles (189 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 38 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 823 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Tacoma → Corvallis

The route from Corvallis, OR to Tacoma, WA covers roughly 224 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,660 to $3,960 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 34 min.

On the Corvallis side there are 38 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 823 around Tacoma (399 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 Tacoma.

Corvallis has a population of about 60,000 and Tacoma about 229,816. The two cities have comparable density (4,124 and 4,413 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Corvallis to Tacoma

Full-service estimate for 224 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,370	$1,670	$2,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,660	$3,250	$3,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,260	$5,190	$6,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,850	$7,140	$8,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,790

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

Full-service mover

$2,660–$3,960

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Corvallis (origin)

Smith Seed Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 317331
MC: 157684
Based in: Halsey, OR 97348 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (458) 284-5002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bertsch Moving & Storage Co INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Bertsch Transfer & Storage Co

USDOT: 528164
Based in: Corvallis, OR 97333 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (541) 754-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frontier Trading Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1586407
MC: 587315
Based in: Shedd, OR 97377 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 905-6119 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nick Glass Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547259
MC: 1781096
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (541) 619-1343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brent Hanslovan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1585039
MC: 586813
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 926-9331 Route Verify on FMCSA

Braun'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3177601
MC: 123587
Based in: Albany, OR 97321 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 505-2458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marley'S Movers Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4051763
MC: 1535511
Based in: Albany, OR 97322 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (541) 990-4647 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Mesa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3160546
MC: 1422701
Based in: Monmouth, OR 97361 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (971) 600-8934 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 38 movers in Corvallis

Near Tacoma (destination)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nichols Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 3462097
MC: 1130435
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (253) 272-8495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific Cascade Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1740705
MC: 637497
Based in: Sumner, WA 98390 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (440) 333-1330 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 823 movers in Tacoma

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corvallis to Tacoma?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,660 to $3,960 for a two-bedroom, $4,260 to $6,330 for a three-bedroom and $5,850 to $8,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tacoma from Corvallis?

About 224 road miles (189 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Oregon 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 Corvallis to Tacoma?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. 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 Corvallis–Tacoma corridor.