Ocean City, MD → Pullman, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocean City to Pullman

About 2,584 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,520–$12,680, delivery in 7–14 days, 103 carriers on the Ocean City side and 17 in Pullman.

2,584 miroad distance
45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,520–$12,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ocean City, Maryland
To: Pullman, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,584 miles (2,190 straight-line)
Drive time: 45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 103 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Pullman → Ocean City

Moving from Ocean City to Pullman is a cross-country move of roughly 2,584 road miles, heading northwest from Maryland to Washington.

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 $8,520 to $12,680 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 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Ocean City side there are 103 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 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.

Ocean City has a population of about 7,000 and Pullman about 32,000. Pullman is the denser city (2,958 people per square mile versus 1,510 in Ocean City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Ocean City to Pullman

Full-service estimate for 2,584 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,110	$6,230	$7,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,520	$10,390	$12,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,630	$16,630	$20,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,750	$22,860	$27,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,560–$5,020

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

Portable container

$3,330–$4,890

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

Full-service mover

$8,520–$12,680

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 Ocean City (origin)

Old Salt

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Karikov LLC

USDOT: 3003405
MC: 25280
Based in: Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (973) 876-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Met Dynamics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3804786
MC: 1370809
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (470) 753-7294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casual Designs Furniture

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4468017
MC: 1763037
Based in: Selbyville, DE 19975 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (410) 629-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gazelle Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4212706
MC: 1646659
Based in: Frankford, DE 19945 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (703) 623-5572 Route Verify on FMCSA

City Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cycle City INC

USDOT: 3377222
MC: 1199672
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 524-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 543911
MC: 282332
Based in: Bishopville, MD 21813 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (410) 352-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purnell Moving And Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gabriel L Purnell

USDOT: 861738
MC: 670940
Based in: Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (410) 641-1988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fang Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3850817
MC: 1403576
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (301) 717-2024 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 103 movers in Ocean City

Near Pullman (destination)

Pratt Mayflower

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pratt Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 27491
MC: 89215
Based in: Pullman, WA 99163 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 332-2505 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clearwater Company

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3987261
MC: 1494710
Based in: Moscow, ID 83843 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 207-7888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cityservicevalcon

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Coleman Oil Company LLC

USDOT: 253466
MC: 192233
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 563 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (208) 799-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Madden Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2816290
MC: 1064395
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (208) 413-5097 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huber Action Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441441
MC: 241696
Based in: Colfax, WA 99111 (16 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (509) 397-2343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lewiston Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: My Mechanic LLC

USDOT: 1495851
MC: 562327
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (208) 743-2530 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary Anderson LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1396334
Based in: Potlatch, ID 83855 (22 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 875-0735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transfer Trinaco INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 443887
MC: 89153
Based in: Lewiston, ID 83501 (35 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (208) 746-7961 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Pullman

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 Pullman 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 Ocean City to Pullman?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,410 to $5,070 for a studio, $5,110 to $7,610 for a one-bedroom, $8,520 to $12,680 for a two-bedroom, $13,630 to $20,280 for a three-bedroom and $18,750 to $27,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pullman from Ocean City?

About 2,584 road miles (2,190 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 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 Maryland 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Ocean City to Pullman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,560 to $5,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,330 to $4,890. 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 Ocean City–Pullman corridor.