Salem, OR → Manchester, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Salem to Manchester

About 2,980 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,860–$13,170, delivery in 7–14 days, 96 carriers on the Salem side and 57 in Manchester.

2,980 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,860–$13,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Salem, Oregon
To: Manchester, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 2,980 miles (2,525 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 96 (58 interstate)
Movers at destination: 57 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Manchester → Salem

The route from Salem, OR to Manchester, NH covers roughly 2,980 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 $8,860 to $13,170 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 52 hours (6 driving days).

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 57 around Manchester (44 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 Manchester.

Salem has a population of about 181,779 and Manchester about 116,818. The two cities have comparable density (3,597 and 3,494 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Salem to Manchester

Full-service estimate for 2,980 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,310	$6,480	$7,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,860	$10,800	$13,170
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,170	$17,280	$21,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,480	$23,760	$28,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,110–$5,810

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

Portable container

$3,680–$5,410

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

Full-service mover

$8,860–$13,170

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 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 Manchester (destination)

Prime Source Foods

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Poultry Products Company Of New England LLC

USDOT: 106078
MC: 213558
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 263-1668 Route Verify on FMCSA

4-Star Bulk Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 467589
MC: 210062
Based in: Raymond, NH 03077 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 792-6571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Law Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Law Motor Freight INC

USDOT: 86153
MC: 36144
Based in: Merrimack, NH 03054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 686-3591 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trend Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trend Moving LLC

USDOT: 3092893
MC: 1027437
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 509-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray The Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mii Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 2724757
MC: 922878
Based in: Manchester, NH 03109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (603) 669-7170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Louis P Cote INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86271
MC: 82109
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 623-1533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Landscape Supply

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pr Ouellette Landscape Supply LLC

USDOT: 799991
MC: 1748600
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (603) 268-5421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Able Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Able Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 42189
MC: 140160
Based in: Amherst, NH 03031 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 882-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 57 movers in Manchester

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Salem to Manchester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,540 to $5,270 for a studio, $5,310 to $7,900 for a one-bedroom, $8,860 to $13,170 for a two-bedroom, $14,170 to $21,080 for a three-bedroom and $19,480 to $28,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Manchester from Salem?

About 2,980 road miles (2,525 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon into New Hampshire 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 Salem to Manchester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,110 to $5,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,680 to $5,410. 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–Manchester corridor.