Hood River, OR → Dover, DE · Cross-country move

Movers from Hood River to Dover

About 2,780 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,320–$12,370, delivery in 7–14 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 143 in Dover.

2,780 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,320–$12,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hood River, Oregon
To: Dover, Delaware
Road distance: ≈ 2,780 miles (2,356 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 143 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Dover → Hood River

Moving from Hood River to Dover is a cross-country move of roughly 2,780 road miles, heading east from Oregon to Delaware.

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 $8,320 to $12,370 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 143 around Dover (103 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 Dover.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and Dover about 40,000. Hood River is considerably denser (3,188 people per square mile versus 1,654), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Hood River to Dover

Full-service estimate for 2,780 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,330	$4,060	$4,950
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,990	$6,090	$7,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,320	$10,140	$12,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,310	$16,230	$19,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,300	$22,310	$27,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,910–$5,510

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

Portable container

$3,500–$5,150

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

Full-service mover

$8,320–$12,370

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 Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2264228
MC: 797196
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1078021
MC: 133654
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2250613
MC: 823545
Based in: Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3005779
MC: 26493
Based in: Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700816
MC: 1294825
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1554097
MC: 577032
Based in: Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4391520
MC: 1722817
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3573105
MC: 1204270
Based in: Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

Near Dover (destination)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1934741
MC: 690698
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1510668
MC: 566208
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT: 2546977
MC: 886752
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 872818
MC: 903323
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3876998
MC: 1421184
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4262251
MC: 1653912
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3100720
MC: 77314
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3621695
MC: 1237363
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hood River to Dover?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,330 to $4,950 for a studio, $4,990 to $7,420 for a one-bedroom, $8,320 to $12,370 for a two-bedroom, $13,310 to $19,800 for a three-bedroom and $18,300 to $27,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dover from Hood River?

About 2,780 road miles (2,356 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Oregon into Delaware 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 Hood River to Dover?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,910 to $5,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,500 to $5,150. 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 Hood River–Dover corridor.