Tacoma, WA → Oklahoma City, OK · Cross-country move

Movers from Tacoma to Oklahoma City

About 1,792 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,550–$9,740, delivery in 5–10 days, 823 carriers on the Tacoma side and 379 in Oklahoma City.

1,792 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,550–$9,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tacoma, Washington
To: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Road distance: ≈ 1,792 miles (1,518 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 823 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 379 (186 interstate)

Reverse: Oklahoma City → Tacoma

Oklahoma City sits about 1,792 miles southeast of Tacoma, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Oklahoma that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,550 to $9,740 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 driving days).

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 379 around Oklahoma City (186 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 Oklahoma City.

Tacoma has a population of about 229,816 and Oklahoma City about 719,849. Tacoma is considerably denser (4,413 people per square mile versus 1,123), 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 Oklahoma than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Oklahoma does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tacoma to Oklahoma City

Full-service estimate for 1,792 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,620	$3,190	$3,900
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,930	$4,790	$5,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,550	$7,980	$9,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,470	$12,770	$15,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,400	$17,560	$21,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,440–$3,450

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

Portable container

$2,620–$3,850

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

Full-service mover

$6,550–$9,740

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 Oklahoma City (destination)

Western Flyer Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Flyer Express LLC

USDOT: 658909
MC: 309036
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73108 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 815 trucks, 815 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (405) 946-7289 Route Verify on FMCSA

3rdgen Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3865822
MC: 1413757
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 92 trucks, 103 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (405) 951-1274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Transfer & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 34170
MC: 128463
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73129 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (405) 672-4425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cft LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785849
MC: 928416
Based in: Oklahoma, OK 73173 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (405) 677-5767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2858951
MC: 957498
Based in: Okc, OK 73135 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (214) 218-8344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2043660
MC: 716555
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (559) 473-8387 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Freeman Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 896791
MC: 1425866
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ftc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296022
MC: 195063
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (405) 943-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 379 movers in Oklahoma City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tacoma to Oklahoma City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,620 to $3,900 for a studio, $3,930 to $5,840 for a one-bedroom, $6,550 to $9,740 for a two-bedroom, $10,470 to $15,580 for a three-bedroom and $14,400 to $21,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oklahoma City from Tacoma?

About 1,792 road miles (1,518 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,440 to $3,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,620 to $3,850. 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–Oklahoma City corridor.