Lowell, MA → Hillsboro, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Lowell to Hillsboro

About 2,980 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,350–$13,910, delivery in 7–14 days, 215 carriers on the Lowell side and 165 in Hillsboro.

2,980 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,350–$13,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lowell, Massachusetts
To: Hillsboro, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 2,980 miles (2,525 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 215 (152 interstate)
Movers at destination: 165 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Hillsboro → Lowell

Moving from Lowell to Hillsboro is a cross-country move of roughly 2,980 road miles, heading northwest from Massachusetts to Oregon.

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 $9,350 to $13,910 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lowell side there are 215 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (152 of them authorized for interstate work), and 165 around Hillsboro (95 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 Hillsboro.

Lowell has a population of about 119,971 and Hillsboro about 111,126. Lowell is considerably denser (8,497 people per square mile versus 4,142), 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 Oregon than in Massachusetts, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Lowell to Hillsboro

Full-service estimate for 2,980 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,740	$4,560	$5,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,610	$6,840	$8,340
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,350	$11,400	$13,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,960	$18,240	$22,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,560	$25,080	$30,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,110–$5,810

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

Portable container

$3,680–$5,410

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

Full-service mover

$9,350–$13,910

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lowell (origin)

Xquisite Logistix LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3679531
MC: 1279402
Based in: Littleton, MA 01460 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (781) 777-3085 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233338
MC: 162524
Based in: Billerica, MA 01821 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (978) 667-9133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Severance Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 23907
MC: 98938
Based in: Dracut, MA 01826 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (978) 275-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tejada Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454459
MC: 1125607
Based in: Lawrence, MA 01843 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 587-9053 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tighe Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 55290
MC: 104967
Based in: Woburn, MA 01801 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 939-0925 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sterling Corporation-Office Svs Div

Licensed interstate

Legal name: J & M Installations

USDOT: 592850
MC: 1206423
Based in: Chelmsford, MA 01824 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (978) 322-2501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rb Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2505448
MC: 869879
Based in: Methuen, MA 01844 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (508) 818-1314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 215 movers in Lowell

Near Hillsboro (destination)

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

Terminal Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 59571
MC: 115767
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 445-6892 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ps Trucking INC

USDOT: 524115
MC: 278091
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (503) 224-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truck Source Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3127725
MC: 91424
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 240-2770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pdx Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2353055
MC: 869184
Based in: Tualatin, OR 97062 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Rose City Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rose City Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 295098
MC: 185266
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (503) 285-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Premium Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2033832
MC: 783862
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 433-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgetown Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgetown Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 2318726
MC: 7797
Based in: Portland, OR 97210 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 664-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Hillsboro

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lowell to Hillsboro?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,740 to $5,560 for a studio, $5,610 to $8,340 for a one-bedroom, $9,350 to $13,910 for a two-bedroom, $14,960 to $22,250 for a three-bedroom and $20,560 to $30,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hillsboro from Lowell?

About 2,980 road miles (2,525 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 Massachusetts into Oregon 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 Lowell to Hillsboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,110 to $5,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,680 to $5,410. 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 Lowell–Hillsboro corridor.