Lincoln, NE → Pullman, WA · Long-distance move
About 1,295 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,620–$8,360, delivery in 3–7 days, 160 carriers on the Lincoln side and 17 in Pullman.
Pullman sits about 1,295 miles northwest of Lincoln, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Washington that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,620 to $8,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 2 min.
On the Lincoln side there are 160 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 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.
Lincoln has a population of about 301,522 and Pullman about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,979 and 2,958 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington is a higher-cost state than Nebraska, 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,250 | $2,740 | $3,350 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,370 | $4,110 | $5,020 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,620 | $6,860 | $8,360 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,000 | $10,970 | $13,380 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,370 | $15,080 | $18,400 |
$1,780–$2,510
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,180–$3,200
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,620–$8,360
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.
Legal name: Pratt Moving & Storage INC
Legal name: Coleman Oil Company LLC
Legal name: My Mechanic LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,250 to $3,350 for a studio, $3,370 to $5,020 for a one-bedroom, $5,620 to $8,360 for a two-bedroom, $9,000 to $13,380 for a three-bedroom and $12,370 to $18,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,295 road miles (1,097 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 2 min.
Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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.
Yes. Crossing from Nebraska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,780 to $2,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,180 to $3,200. 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.
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 Lincoln–Pullman corridor.