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Gresham, OR

Seattle, WA → Gresham, OR · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Seattle to Gresham

About 173 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,460–$3,650, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,037 carriers on the Seattle side and 408 in Gresham.

  • 173 miroad distance
  • 3 h 41 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,460–$3,6502-bedroom estimate
Photo: SkatePark in Main City Park, Gresham, Oregon.jpg · CC BY 4.0
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 173 miles (146 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 41 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,037 (440 interstate)
Movers at destination
408 (317 interstate)

Reverse: Gresham → Seattle

The route from Seattle, WA to Gresham, OR covers roughly 173 miles by road, a south-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 $2,460 to $3,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 41 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 408 around Gresham (317 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 Gresham.

Seattle has a population of about 784,777 and Gresham about 111,513. Seattle is considerably denser (8,795 people per square mile versus 4,862), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Oregon does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Seattle to Gresham

Full-service estimate for 173 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,040
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,470 $1,800 $2,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,460 $3,000 $3,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,930 $4,790 $5,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,400 $6,590 $8,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,460–$3,650

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Seattle, WA → Gresham, 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 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

All 1,037 movers in Seattle

Near Gresham (destination)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT
1863079
MC
722865
Based in
Portland, OR 97214 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248002
MC
32882
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98661 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363186
MC
810023
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436341
MC
1119093
Based in
Damascus, OR 97089 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT
61733
MC
581707
Based in
Portland, OR 97220 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Oregon LLC

USDOT
2482348
MC
857396
Based in
Portland, OR 97211 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cor

Licensed interstate

Legal name: City Of Roses Disposal & Recycling INC

USDOT
2332103
MC
1261745
Based in
Portland, OR 97230 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (503) 285-9940 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 408 movers in Gresham

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $1,470 to $2,190 for a one-bedroom, $2,460 to $3,650 for a two-bedroom, $3,930 to $5,850 for a three-bedroom and $5,400 to $8,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gresham from Seattle?

About 173 road miles (146 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 41 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Washington into Oregon 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 Gresham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,730. 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–Gresham corridor.