Seattle, WA → Billings, MT · Long-distance move

Movers from Seattle to Billings

About 785 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,400–$6,540, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,037 carriers on the Seattle side and 33 in Billings.

785 miroad distance
14 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,400–$6,5402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Seattle, Washington
To: Billings, Montana
Road distance: ≈ 785 miles (665 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,037 (440 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Billings → Seattle

The route from Seattle, WA to Billings, MT covers roughly 785 miles by road, a east-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 $4,400 to $6,540 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 14 min.

On the Seattle side there are 1,037 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (440 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Billings (28 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 Billings.

Seattle has a population of about 784,777 and Billings about 121,239. Seattle is considerably denser (8,795 people per square mile versus 2,614), 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 Montana than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Montana does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Seattle to Billings

Full-service estimate for 785 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,760	$2,140	$2,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,920
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,400	$5,360	$6,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,030	$8,580	$10,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,670	$11,790	$14,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,110–$1,560

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,530

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

Full-service mover

$4,400–$6,540

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 Seattle (origin)

Paradigm Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3405034
MC: 1096843
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98007 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 103 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (509) 710-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savanah Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Savanah Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1303168
MC: 505582
Based in: Seattle, WA 98108 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (206) 763-5887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 604551
MC: 789128
Based in: Renton, WA 98057 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (206) 286-5606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansen Bros Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hansen Bros Transfer & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 8257
MC: 59073
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98056 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 365-4454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exselon

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Butchie Boy Productions INC

USDOT: 3194560
MC: 140641
Based in: Kirkland, WA 98033 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (206) 769-3304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1939713
MC: 691642
Based in: Woodinville, WA 98072 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (206) 679-3754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Becker Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmsb LLC

USDOT: 3620637
MC: 136679
Based in: Tukwila, WA 98168 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (206) 246-9500 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Billings (destination)

Mt Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3362300
MC: 1076928
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 490-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calvin Avery Consultants LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4161481
MC: 1599225
Based in: Laurel, MT 59044 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (702) 937-6456 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mark Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ben Thomas

USDOT: 1597576
MC: 591004
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (406) 860-1387 Route Verify on FMCSA

By All Means

Licensed interstate

Legal name: By All Means Brewing LLC

USDOT: 4448901
MC: 1752852
Based in: Billings, MT 59102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (406) 534-3075 Route Verify on FMCSA

William Hill Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: William Hill

USDOT: 727340
MC: 334035
Based in: Billings, MT 59105 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (406) 431-7822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dkr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2529433
MC: 322451
Based in: Billings, MT 59106 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (406) 855-4911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Redtail Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285881
MC: 1039709
Based in: Billings, MT 59106 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 208-0298 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dolar Excavation LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2570749
MC: 898382
Based in: Billings, MT 59102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (406) 200-0062 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Billings

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Seattle to Billings?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,760 to $2,620 for a studio, $2,640 to $3,920 for a one-bedroom, $4,400 to $6,540 for a two-bedroom, $7,030 to $10,460 for a three-bedroom and $9,670 to $14,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Billings from Seattle?

About 785 road miles (665 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 14 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 Montana 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 Seattle to Billings?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,110 to $1,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,530. 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 Seattle–Billings corridor.