Pullman, WA → San Mateo, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pullman to San Mateo

About 809 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,980–$7,410, delivery in 2–5 days, 17 carriers on the Pullman side and 332 in San Mateo.

809 miroad distance
14 h 39 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,980–$7,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pullman, Washington
To: San Mateo, California
Road distance: ≈ 809 miles (686 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 39 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 332 (93 interstate)

Reverse: San Mateo → Pullman

The route from Pullman, WA to San Mateo, CA covers roughly 809 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,980 to $7,410 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 14 h 39 min.

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 332 around San Mateo (93 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 San Mateo.

Pullman has a population of about 32,000 and San Mateo about 103,337. San Mateo is the denser city (8,732 people per square mile versus 2,958 in Pullman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Pullman to San Mateo

Full-service estimate for 809 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,990	$2,430	$2,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,990	$3,640	$4,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,980	$6,070	$7,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,970	$9,710	$11,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,950	$13,360	$16,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,600

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,980–$7,410

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 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 San Mateo (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1279465
MC: 559129
Based in: Burlingame, CA 94010 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1844592
MC: 670818
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (510) 780-2692 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2551548
MC: 889001
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 751-9113 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 332 movers in San Mateo

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in San Mateo if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pullman to San Mateo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,990 to $2,960 for a studio, $2,990 to $4,440 for a one-bedroom, $4,980 to $7,410 for a two-bedroom, $7,970 to $11,850 for a three-bedroom and $10,950 to $16,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Mateo from Pullman?

About 809 road miles (686 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 39 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 Pullman to San Mateo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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–San Mateo corridor.