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Hood River, OR

Tacoma, WA → Hood River, OR · Short-haul move

Movers from Tacoma to Hood River

About 136 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,310–$3,430, delivery in 1–2 days, 823 carriers on the Tacoma side and 13 in Hood River.

  • 136 miroad distance
  • 3 h 3 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,310–$3,4302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 136 miles (116 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 3 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
823 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
13 (10 interstate)

Reverse: Hood River → Tacoma

Moving from Tacoma to Hood River is a short-haul move of roughly 136 road miles, heading southeast from Washington to Oregon.

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 3 h 3 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,310 and $3,430, before packing or storage.

On the Tacoma side there are 823 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 13 around Hood River (10 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 Hood River.

Tacoma has a population of about 229,816 and Hood River about 8,000. Tacoma is considerably denser (4,413 people per square mile versus 3,188), 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 Tacoma to Hood River

Full-service estimate for 136 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,040
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,380 $1,690 $2,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,310 $2,810 $3,430
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,490
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,080 $6,190 $7,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,310–$3,430

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

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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 Tacoma (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1486505
MC
559877
Based in
Pacific, WA 98047 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2044027
MC
716626
Based in
Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
340091
MC
1099756
Based in
Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT
193828
MC
148396
Based in
Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT
340754
MC
207555
Based in
Fife, WA 98424 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT
2034807
MC
714315
Based in
Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nichols Transportation Company INC

USDOT
3462097
MC
1130435
Based in
Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (253) 272-8495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific Cascade Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1740705
MC
637497
Based in
Sumner, WA 98390 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (440) 333-1330 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 823 movers in Tacoma

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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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $1,380 to $2,060 for a one-bedroom, $2,310 to $3,430 for a two-bedroom, $3,690 to $5,490 for a three-bedroom and $5,080 to $7,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hood River from Tacoma?

About 136 road miles (116 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 3 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 Tacoma to Hood River?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Tacoma–Hood River corridor.