Olympia, WA

Harrisburg, PA → Olympia, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Harrisburg to Olympia

About 2,728 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,390–$12,480, delivery in 7–14 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 101 in Olympia.

  • 2,728 miroad distance
  • 47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,390–$12,4802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,728 miles (2,312 straight-line)
Drive time
47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination
101 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Olympia → Harrisburg

The route from Harrisburg, PA to Olympia, WA covers roughly 2,728 miles by road, a northwest-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 $8,390 to $12,480 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Harrisburg side there are 251 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (179 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.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Olympia about 57,000. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 3,052), 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 Pennsylvania, 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 Harrisburg to Olympia

Full-service estimate for 2,728 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,990
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,030 $6,140 $7,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,390 $10,230 $12,480
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,420 $16,360 $19,960
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,450 $22,500 $27,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,850–$5,440

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

Portable container

$3,450–$5,080

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

Full-service mover

$8,390–$12,480

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Harrisburg (origin)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
446997
MC
242988
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
338861
MC
1099728
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3153461
MC
106240
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1327266
MC
512911
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1859053
MC
672664
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4125068
MC
1578434
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
10676
MC
1635833
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
836405
MC
123813
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

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

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

Morgan Transfer

Licensed interstate
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

Olmpic Move Group Lile Moving & Storage Move Nw

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

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

All Ready Moving And Storage

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

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

Lady Americana

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

All 101 movers in Olympia

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,990 for a studio, $5,030 to $7,490 for a one-bedroom, $8,390 to $12,480 for a two-bedroom, $13,420 to $19,960 for a three-bedroom and $18,450 to $27,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Olympia from Harrisburg?

About 2,728 road miles (2,312 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg to Olympia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,850 to $5,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,450 to $5,080. 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 Harrisburg–Olympia corridor.