Missoula, MT → Bend, OR · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Missoula to Bend

About 475 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,420–$5,090, delivery in 1–3 days, 35 carriers on the Missoula side and 51 in Bend.

475 miroad distance
8 h 53 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,420–$5,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Missoula, Montana
To: Bend, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 475 miles (403 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 53 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Bend → Missoula

Bend sits about 475 miles southwest of Missoula, which makes this an interstate relocation from Montana to Oregon that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,420 to $5,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 53 min.

On the Missoula side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 51 around Bend (27 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 Bend.

Missoula has a population of about 76,000 and Bend about 107,342. Bend is the denser city (2,952 people per square mile versus 2,111 in Missoula), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Oregon is a higher-cost state than Montana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Missoula to Bend

Full-service estimate for 475 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,370	$1,670	$2,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,050	$2,510	$3,060
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,420	$4,180	$5,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,480	$6,680	$8,150
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,530	$9,190	$11,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$790–$1,110

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

Portable container

$1,440–$2,120

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

Full-service mover

$3,420–$5,090

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Missoula (origin)

Dsv Road Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30161
MC: 124692
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 421 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (406) 728-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Transfer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Montana Transfer & Storage INC

USDOT: 514197
MC: 121089
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (406) 728-8080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Lanes Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 917105
MC: 403277
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (406) 251-7198 Route Verify on FMCSA

Biketernity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3798296
MC: 1366116
Based in: Missoula, MT 59803 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 864-1308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Montana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darom LLC

USDOT: 2966913
MC: 7978
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (406) 251-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Roadside Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3331492
MC: 1061736
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 239-7596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Igor F Babak

USDOT: 1432706
MC: 541357
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (406) 531-8979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosetti Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1749270
MC: 640376
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (406) 570-2642 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Missoula

Near Bend (destination)

Prestige Moving & Storagebend INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cascade Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1763361
MC: 644479
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (541) 383-3362 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Morgan W Parker LLC

USDOT: 2814562
MC: 106973
Based in: Bend, OR 97701 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (218) 779-0612 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Move Movers Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3592710
MC: 1217482
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (541) 410-4889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ger-Bear LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3562205
MC: 1253823
Based in: Bend, OR 97701 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (707) 498-8622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Live Junkless

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Live Junkless LLC

USDOT: 4230476
MC: 1636643
Based in: Bend, OR 97703 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (541) 550-1240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 620780
MC: 482315
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (503) 550-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northland Furniture Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Genesis Acquisition Company LLC

USDOT: 3406851
MC: 1097552
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (541) 389-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jsm Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4109253
MC: 1615508
Based in: Bend, OR 97702 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (541) 419-4446 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Bend

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Missoula to Bend?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $2,050 to $3,060 for a one-bedroom, $3,420 to $5,090 for a two-bedroom, $5,480 to $8,150 for a three-bedroom and $7,530 to $11,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bend from Missoula?

About 475 road miles (403 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 53 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Montana 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 Missoula to Bend?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $790 to $1,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,440 to $2,120. 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 Missoula–Bend corridor.