Salem, OR → Pullman, WA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Salem to Pullman

About 364 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,220–$4,800, delivery in 1–3 days, 96 carriers on the Salem side and 17 in Pullman.

364 miroad distance
6 h 59 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,220–$4,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Salem, Oregon
To: Pullman, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 364 miles (308 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 59 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 96 (58 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Pullman → Salem

The route from Salem, OR to Pullman, WA covers roughly 364 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $3,220 to $4,800 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 59 min.

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 17 around Pullman (13 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 Pullman.

Salem has a population of about 181,779 and Pullman about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,597 and 2,958 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Salem to Pullman

Full-service estimate for 364 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,370	$1,670	$2,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,360	$2,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,160	$6,290	$7,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,090	$8,650	$10,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$520–$740

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

Portable container

$1,340–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$3,220–$4,800

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

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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 Pullman (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,880 for a one-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,800 for a two-bedroom, $5,160 to $7,680 for a three-bedroom and $7,090 to $10,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pullman from Salem?

About 364 road miles (308 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Washington 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 Pullman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $520 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,980. 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–Pullman corridor.