Pullman, WA → Tuscaloosa, AL · Cross-country move

Movers from Pullman to Tuscaloosa

About 2,135 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,040–$10,470, delivery in 5–10 days, 17 carriers on the Pullman side and 80 in Tuscaloosa.

2,135 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,040–$10,4702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pullman, Washington
To: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 2,135 miles (1,809 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Tuscaloosa → Pullman

The route from Pullman, WA to Tuscaloosa, AL covers roughly 2,135 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,040 to $10,470 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 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 80 around Tuscaloosa (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 Tuscaloosa.

Pullman has a population of about 32,000 and Tuscaloosa about 114,316. Pullman is considerably denser (2,958 people per square mile versus 1,609), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pullman to Tuscaloosa

Full-service estimate for 2,135 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,810	$3,430	$4,190
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,220	$5,150	$6,280
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,040	$8,580	$10,470
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,260	$13,730	$16,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,480	$18,880	$23,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,940–$4,160

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

Portable container

$2,930–$4,300

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

Full-service mover

$7,040–$10,470

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 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 Tuscaloosa (destination)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357625
MC: 1704689
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT: 1310877
MC: 652647
Based in: Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 362876
MC: 214146
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT: 911424
MC: 606283
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3060563
MC: 72972907
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 301906
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2348521
MC: 803764
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4492165
MC: 1775920
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

Tips for this move

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 Tuscaloosa 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pullman to Tuscaloosa?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,810 to $4,190 for a studio, $4,220 to $6,280 for a one-bedroom, $7,040 to $10,470 for a two-bedroom, $11,260 to $16,750 for a three-bedroom and $15,480 to $23,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tuscaloosa from Pullman?

About 2,135 road miles (1,809 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 Washington into Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,940 to $4,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,930 to $4,300. 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–Tuscaloosa corridor.