Missoula, MT → Blacksburg, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Missoula to Blacksburg

About 2,161 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,080–$10,530, delivery in 5–10 days, 35 carriers on the Missoula side and 80 in Blacksburg.

2,161 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,080–$10,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Missoula, Montana
To: Blacksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,161 miles (1,831 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Blacksburg → Missoula

Moving from Missoula to Blacksburg is a cross-country move of roughly 2,161 road miles, heading east from Montana to Virginia.

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 $7,080 to $10,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 37 hours (5 driving days).

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 80 around Blacksburg (61 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 Blacksburg.

Missoula has a population of about 76,000 and Blacksburg about 45,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,111 and 2,264 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Missoula to Blacksburg

Full-service estimate for 2,161 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,830	$3,450	$4,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,250	$5,180	$6,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,080	$8,630	$10,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,330	$13,810	$16,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,570	$18,990	$23,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,970–$4,190

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

Portable container

$2,950–$4,340

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

Full-service mover

$7,080–$10,530

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 Blacksburg (destination)

Southwest Virginia Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Relocation Benefits LLC

USDOT: 2171799
MC: 754358
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (540) 381-3738 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swva Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Swva Services Group LLC

USDOT: 4518552
MC: 1789951
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (540) 391-0314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Going Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3396355
MC: 1092461
Based in: Blacksburg, VA 24060 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (540) 315-1359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suzi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534776
MC: 1798664
Based in: Radford, VA 24141 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 595-4081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lawrence

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lawrence Transportation Systems INC

USDOT: 84337
MC: 116400
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24019 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 966-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carry On Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296555
MC: 503465
Based in: Pulaski, VA 24301 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 980-9544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sams Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779266
MC: 925161
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24018 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 816-8930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melvin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1677624
MC: 1793524
Based in: Bastian, VA 24314 (43 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (276) 688-4661 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Blacksburg

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Blacksburg accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,830 to $4,210 for a studio, $4,250 to $6,320 for a one-bedroom, $7,080 to $10,530 for a two-bedroom, $11,330 to $16,850 for a three-bedroom and $15,570 to $23,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Blacksburg from Missoula?

About 2,161 road miles (1,831 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Virginia 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 Blacksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,970 to $4,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,950 to $4,340. 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–Blacksburg corridor.