Evanston, IL → Pullman, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Evanston to Pullman

About 1,748 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,880–$10,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 739 carriers on the Evanston side and 17 in Pullman.

1,748 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,880–$10,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Evanston, Illinois
To: Pullman, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 1,748 miles (1,482 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (527 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Pullman → Evanston

Moving from Evanston to Pullman is a cross-country move of roughly 1,748 road miles, heading northwest from Illinois 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 $6,880 to $10,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Evanston side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (527 of them authorized for interstate work), and 17 around Pullman (13 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 Pullman.

Evanston has a population of about 78,000 and Pullman about 32,000. Evanston is considerably denser (10,041 people per square mile versus 2,958), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Illinois, 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 Evanston to Pullman

Full-service estimate for 1,748 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,750	$3,360	$4,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,130	$5,030	$6,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,880	$8,390	$10,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,010	$13,420	$16,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,140	$18,460	$22,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,400–$3,380

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

Portable container

$2,580–$3,790

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

Full-service mover

$6,880–$10,240

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 Evanston (origin)

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 781203
MC: 332177
Based in: Northlake, IL 60164 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

USDOT: 1194542
MC: 471387
Based in: Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 258748
MC: 162485
Based in: Chicago, IL 60646 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pure Freight Lines LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2564216
MC: 334497
Based in: Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 174 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (312) 724-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delta Freight Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1257876
MC: 491945
Based in: Des Plaines, IL 60018 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 148 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (847) 378-8912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucky Wheels LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3218419
MC: 1006688
Based in: Mt Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Route Verify on FMCSA

Whimsy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 653783
MC: 307712
Based in: Mount Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 142 trucks, 142 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (847) 690-1246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Iq Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3634558
MC: 1246501
Based in: Des Plaines, IL 60016 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (773) 766-9152 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Evanston

Near Pullman (destination)

Pratt Mayflower

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pratt Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 27491
MC: 89215
Based in: Pullman, WA 99163 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 332-2505 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clearwater Company

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3987261
MC: 1494710
Based in: Moscow, ID 83843 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 207-7888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cityservicevalcon

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Coleman Oil Company LLC

USDOT: 253466
MC: 192233
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 563 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (208) 799-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Madden Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2816290
MC: 1064395
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (208) 413-5097 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huber Action Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441441
MC: 241696
Based in: Colfax, WA 99111 (16 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (509) 397-2343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lewiston Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: My Mechanic LLC

USDOT: 1495851
MC: 562327
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (208) 743-2530 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary Anderson LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1396334
Based in: Potlatch, ID 83855 (22 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 875-0735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transfer Trinaco INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 443887
MC: 89153
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (208) 746-7961 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Pullman

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evanston to Pullman?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,750 to $4,090 for a studio, $4,130 to $6,140 for a one-bedroom, $6,880 to $10,240 for a two-bedroom, $11,010 to $16,380 for a three-bedroom and $15,140 to $22,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pullman from Evanston?

About 1,748 road miles (1,482 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Illinois 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 Evanston to Pullman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,400 to $3,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,580 to $3,790. 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 Evanston–Pullman corridor.