Gresham, OR → Cedar Rapids, IA · Cross-country move

Movers from Gresham to Cedar Rapids

About 1,824 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,410–$9,530, delivery in 5–10 days, 408 carriers on the Gresham side and 96 in Cedar Rapids.

1,824 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,410–$9,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gresham, Oregon
To: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,824 miles (1,545 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 408 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 96 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Cedar Rapids → Gresham

The route from Gresham, OR to Cedar Rapids, IA covers roughly 1,824 miles by road, a east-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 $6,410 to $9,530 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Gresham side there are 408 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 of them authorized for interstate work), and 96 around Cedar Rapids (57 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 Cedar Rapids.

Gresham has a population of about 111,513 and Cedar Rapids about 137,935. Gresham is considerably denser (4,862 people per square mile versus 1,910), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in Oregon, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Gresham to Cedar Rapids

Full-service estimate for 1,824 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,560	$3,130	$3,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,840	$4,690	$5,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,410	$7,810	$9,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,250	$12,500	$15,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,090	$17,190	$20,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,620–$3,700

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

Portable container

$2,650–$3,890

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

Full-service mover

$6,410–$9,530

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 Gresham (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT: 1863079
MC: 722865
Based in: Portland, OR 97214 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 248002
MC: 32882
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98661 (13 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 (5 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Oregon LLC

USDOT: 2482348
MC: 857396
Based in: Portland, OR 97211 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cor

Licensed interstate

Legal name: City Of Roses Disposal & Recycling INC

USDOT: 2332103
MC: 1261745
Based in: Portland, OR 97230 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 285-9940 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 408 movers in Gresham

Near Cedar Rapids (destination)

Crst The Transportation Solution INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crst Expedited INC

USDOT: 53773
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,362 trucks, 4,082 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 396-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Side Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 165881
MC: 160875
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3,127 trucks, 566 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 390-4466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87390
MC: 45591
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 397-1296 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Berns Moving INC

USDOT: 2335297
MC: 797856
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (319) 362-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327728
MC: 1059946
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (319) 693-9043 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wgm Logistic Group INC

USDOT: 4572249
MC: 1820278
Based in: Marion, IA 52302 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 393-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Porter Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2427654
MC: 876222
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (319) 560-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allebach Hauling Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3495753
MC: 1152036
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (319) 777-9705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Cedar Rapids

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
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 Cedar Rapids accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gresham to Cedar Rapids?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,810 for a studio, $3,840 to $5,720 for a one-bedroom, $6,410 to $9,530 for a two-bedroom, $10,250 to $15,250 for a three-bedroom and $14,090 to $20,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cedar Rapids from Gresham?

About 1,824 road miles (1,545 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Oregon into Iowa 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 Gresham to Cedar Rapids?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,620 to $3,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,650 to $3,890. 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 Gresham–Cedar Rapids corridor.