Tulsa, OK → Buffalo, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Tulsa to Buffalo

About 1,202 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,480–$8,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 226 carriers on the Tulsa side and 302 in Buffalo.

1,202 miroad distance
21 h 25 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,480–$8,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tulsa, Oklahoma
To: Buffalo, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,202 miles (1,019 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 25 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 226 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 302 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Buffalo → Tulsa

The route from Tulsa, OK to Buffalo, NY covers roughly 1,202 miles by road, a northeast-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 $5,480 to $8,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 21 h 25 min.

On the Tulsa side there are 226 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 of them authorized for interstate work), and 302 around Buffalo (91 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 Buffalo.

Tulsa has a population of about 416,209 and Buffalo about 274,613. Buffalo is the denser city (6,890 people per square mile versus 2,091 in Tulsa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Tulsa to Buffalo

Full-service estimate for 1,202 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,190	$2,670	$3,260
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,290	$4,010	$4,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,480	$6,690	$8,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,770	$10,700	$13,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,060	$14,710	$17,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,690–$2,380

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

Portable container

$2,090–$3,080

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

Full-service mover

$5,480–$8,160

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 Tulsa (origin)

Miller Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125792
MC: 168121
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 230 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (918) 447-2124 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3781181
MC: 1353618
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74120 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (918) 210-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2425748
MC: 835847
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (916) 568-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Thimotee Transit

USDOT: 4547252
MC: 1805442
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74112 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (479) 365-7096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3317066
MC: 1057101
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74134 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (214) 681-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation Solutions Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2031902
MC: 713606
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (918) 708-1446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3527900
MC: 1173394
Based in: Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (918) 688-2851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Oklahoma INC

USDOT: 1632967
MC: 705022
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74145 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (918) 234-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 226 movers in Tulsa

Near Buffalo (destination)

Tops Friendly Markets

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Erie Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1043805
MC: 438928
Based in: Lancaster, NY 14086 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (716) 515-2241 Route Verify on FMCSA

Regional Logistics Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 672523
MC: 311416
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14213 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (716) 876-4645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bulldog Movers LLC

USDOT: 3356419
MC: 1074016
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (716) 800-4455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raine Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1711438
MC: 627859
Based in: West Seneca, NY 14224 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Copebestway Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 142382
MC: 140349
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14212 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (716) 875-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Productive Transportation Carrier Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 572094
MC: 278056
Based in: Tonawanda, NY 14150 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (716) 833-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayfinder Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3104397
MC: 79366
Based in: Buffalo, NY 14216 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (716) 832-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fda Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1613148
MC: 596406
Based in: Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (716) 630-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 302 movers in Buffalo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tulsa to Buffalo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,190 to $3,260 for a studio, $3,290 to $4,890 for a one-bedroom, $5,480 to $8,160 for a two-bedroom, $8,770 to $13,050 for a three-bedroom and $12,060 to $17,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buffalo from Tulsa?

About 1,202 road miles (1,019 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 25 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Oklahoma into New York 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 Tulsa to Buffalo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,690 to $2,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,090 to $3,080. 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 Tulsa–Buffalo corridor.