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Hood River, OR

Salem, OR → Hood River, OR · Short-haul move

Movers from Salem to Hood River

About 107 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,120–$3,160, delivery in 1–2 days, 96 carriers on the Salem side and 13 in Hood River.

  • 107 miroad distance
  • 2 h 33 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,120–$3,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 107 miles (91 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 33 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Oregon)
Movers at origin
96 (58 interstate)
Movers at destination
13 (10 interstate)

Reverse: Hood River → Salem

Hood River sits about 107 miles northeast of Salem, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 33 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,120 and $3,160, before packing or storage.

On the Salem side there are 96 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (58 of them authorized for interstate work), and 13 around Hood River (10 interstate). For an in-state 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 Hood River.

Salem has a population of about 181,779 and Hood River about 8,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,597 and 3,188 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Salem to Hood River

Full-service estimate for 107 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,120 $2,590 $3,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,390 $4,140 $5,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,670 $5,690 $6,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$2,120–$3,160

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Salem, OR → Hood River, OR. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Salem (origin)

Arrow Vans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3382259
MC
1087868
Based in
Salem, OR 97301 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (503) 508-0815 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empresa Internacional

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6959099
Based in
Gervais, OR 97026 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (503) 974-6043 Route Verify on FMCSA

B C Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
808472
MC
519608
Based in
Salem, OR 97302 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (503) 375-0035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green Land Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1767348
MC
645511
Based in
Salem, OR 97305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (660) 829-2914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans-Pro INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
334733
MC
200946
Based in
Salem, OR 97303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (503) 463-1422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal'S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cal'S Moving Help LLC

USDOT
3311673
MC
1052087
Based in
Salem, OR 97305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (541) 250-6324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tree Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
179485
MC
159399
Based in
Turner, OR 97392 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (503) 743-2181 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmona'S Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1008974
MC
436312
Based in
Salem, OR 97317 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (503) 990-8548 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Salem

Near Hood River (destination)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2264228
MC
797196
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1078021
MC
133654
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2250613
MC
823545
Based in
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3005779
MC
26493
Based in
Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700816
MC
1294825
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1554097
MC
577032
Based in
Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4391520
MC
1722817
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT
3573105
MC
1204270
Based in
Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

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Other origins to Hood River

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Salem to Hood River?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,330 to $1,980 for a one-bedroom, $2,120 to $3,160 for a two-bedroom, $3,390 to $5,050 for a three-bedroom and $4,670 to $6,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hood River from Salem?

About 107 road miles (91 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Salem and Hood River are in Oregon, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Salem to Hood River?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,640. 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 Salem–Hood River corridor.