Fairfield, CA

Olympia, WA → Fairfield, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Olympia to Fairfield

About 718 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,710–$7,000, delivery in 2–5 days, 101 carriers on the Olympia side and 112 in Fairfield.

  • 718 miroad distance
  • 13 h 5 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,710–$7,0002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 718 miles (608 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 5 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
101 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination
112 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Fairfield → Olympia

Moving from Olympia to Fairfield is a long-distance move of roughly 718 road miles, heading south from Washington to California.

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 $4,710 to $7,000 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 5 min.

On the Olympia side there are 101 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Fairfield (39 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 Fairfield.

Olympia has a population of about 57,000 and Fairfield about 122,489. The two cities have comparable density (3,052 and 2,882 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Olympia to Fairfield

Full-service estimate for 718 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,880 $2,300 $2,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,820 $3,440 $4,200
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,710 $5,740 $7,000
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,530 $9,190 $11,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,360 $12,630 $15,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,460

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

Portable container

$1,660–$2,440

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

Full-service mover

$4,710–$7,000

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Olympia (origin)

Harbor Wholesale Grocery INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
430787
MC
309158
Based in
Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
133 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Olympic Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
586615
MC
284187
Based in
Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Morgan Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2575693
MC
1155069
Based in
Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Olmpic Move Group Lile Moving & Storage Move Nw

Licensed interstate
USDOT
527782
MC
75805
Based in
Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Allwest Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1277174
MC
786271
Based in
Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All Ready Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2083124
MC
1398715
Based in
Tumwater, WA 98512 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Asap Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4119742
MC
1575398
Based in
Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lady Americana

Licensed interstate
USDOT
565789
MC
879382
Based in
Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 101 movers in Olympia

Near Fairfield (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3455004
MC
1125939
Based in
Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

R Deep Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2265911
MC
775642
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Cassil Freight And Warehousing

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
405048
MC
121842
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Metropolitan Van & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
222569
MC
138536
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

K & B Logistic INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1195990
MC
476562
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
426556
MC
121744
Based in
Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Brooklyn Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3120644
MC
87764
Based in
Fairfield, CA 94533 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3098516
MC
1545647
Based in
Benicia, CA 94510 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 112 movers in Fairfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Olympia to Fairfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,800 for a studio, $2,820 to $4,200 for a one-bedroom, $4,710 to $7,000 for a two-bedroom, $7,530 to $11,210 for a three-bedroom and $10,360 to $15,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairfield from Olympia?

About 718 road miles (608 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Washington into California 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 Olympia to Fairfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,660 to $2,440. 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 Olympia–Fairfield corridor.