Great Falls, MT → Baltimore, MD · Cross-country move

Movers from Great Falls to Baltimore

About 2,140 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,220–$10,740, delivery in 5–10 days, 28 carriers on the Great Falls side and 1,335 in Baltimore.

2,140 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,220–$10,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Great Falls, Montana
To: Baltimore, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 2,140 miles (1,814 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 28 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,335 (786 interstate)

Reverse: Baltimore → Great Falls

Baltimore sits about 2,140 miles east of Great Falls, which makes this an interstate relocation from Montana to Maryland that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,220 to $10,740 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 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Great Falls side there are 28 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,335 around Baltimore (786 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 Baltimore.

Great Falls has a population of about 60,000 and Baltimore about 569,997. Baltimore is the denser city (7,240 people per square mile versus 2,613 in Great Falls), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Montana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Great Falls to Baltimore

Full-service estimate for 2,140 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,890	$3,520	$4,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,330	$5,280	$6,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,220	$8,800	$10,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,550	$14,080	$17,180
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,880	$19,360	$23,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,950–$4,160

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

Portable container

$2,930–$4,310

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

Full-service mover

$7,220–$10,740

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 Great Falls (origin)

Hi-Line Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 877828
MC: 297732
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59405 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (406) 455-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Easterseals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3267561
MC: 1031004
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 761-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suhr Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30168
MC: 46313
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59404 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (406) 727-3200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Line Transfer & Storage INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1081377
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59405 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (406) 455-8635 Route Verify on FMCSA

Discover Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232316
MC: 486062
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59405 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (406) 453-0970 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Star Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Colorado International Transport INC

USDOT: 561051
MC: 274909
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59405 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (406) 732-2045 Route Verify on FMCSA

Art And Paul Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Art And Paul Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 602751
MC: 290282
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59405 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (406) 455-8640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fsw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3742363
MC: 1325255
Based in: Great Falls, MT 59401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (406) 952-1005 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 28 movers in Great Falls

Near Baltimore (destination)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 215194
MC: 155424
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 84666
MC: 118899
Based in: Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (410) 760-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Giant Of Maryland LLC

USDOT: 110018
MC: 170440
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (301) 543-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917652
MC: 396918
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3046843
MC: 47885
Based in: Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (818) 455-6884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2932214
MC: 990235
Based in: Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (443) 941-0001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328357
MC: 511503
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (410) 799-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 582826
MC: 280577
Based in: Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (410) 477-9733 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

Tips for this move

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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Great Falls to Baltimore?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,290 for a studio, $4,330 to $6,440 for a one-bedroom, $7,220 to $10,740 for a two-bedroom, $11,550 to $17,180 for a three-bedroom and $15,880 to $23,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Baltimore from Great Falls?

About 2,140 road miles (1,814 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 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 Montana into Maryland 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 Great Falls to Baltimore?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,950 to $4,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,930 to $4,310. 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 Great Falls–Baltimore corridor.