Pullman, WA → Fort Wayne, IN · Cross-country move

Movers from Pullman to Fort Wayne

About 1,922 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,820–$10,150, delivery in 5–10 days, 17 carriers on the Pullman side and 197 in Fort Wayne.

1,922 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,820–$10,1502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pullman, Washington
To: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 1,922 miles (1,629 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 197 (147 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Wayne → Pullman

Fort Wayne sits about 1,922 miles east of Pullman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Indiana that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,820 to $10,150 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 33 hours (4 driving days).

On the Pullman side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 197 around Fort Wayne (147 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 Fort Wayne.

Pullman has a population of about 32,000 and Fort Wayne about 275,203. The two cities have comparable density (2,958 and 2,384 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Indiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pullman to Fort Wayne

Full-service estimate for 1,922 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,730	$3,330	$4,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,820	$8,320	$10,150
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,920	$13,310	$16,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,010	$18,310	$22,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,720–$3,850

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

Portable container

$2,740–$4,020

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

Full-service mover

$6,820–$10,150

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Pullman (origin)

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

Near Fort Wayne (destination)

North American Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70851
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,333 trucks, 1,357 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allied Van Lines INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 76235
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,056 trucks, 1,944 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Machine And Cargo Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jibs Express

USDOT: 4572743
MC: 1819133
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88,001 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (260) 267-4993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jat Of Fort Wayne INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261423
MC: 163876
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46825 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (260) 482-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krystal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1998214
MC: 705820
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46815 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 101 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (586) 329-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kaufman Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 354774
MC: 280138
Based in: Grabill, IN 46741 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (260) 750-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balkan Xpedited INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2454881
MC: 847694
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (260) 442-8155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Eagle Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Eagle Towing LLC

USDOT: 1226040
MC: 793371
Based in: Ft Wayne, IN 46803 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (260) 489-3701 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 197 movers in Fort Wayne

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fort Wayne accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pullman to Fort Wayne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,060 for a studio, $4,090 to $6,090 for a one-bedroom, $6,820 to $10,150 for a two-bedroom, $10,920 to $16,240 for a three-bedroom and $15,010 to $22,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Wayne from Pullman?

About 1,922 road miles (1,629 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 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 Washington into Indiana 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 Pullman to Fort Wayne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,720 to $3,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,740 to $4,020. 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 Pullman–Fort Wayne corridor.