Tulsa, OK → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Tulsa to Hilo

About 4,400 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,590–$17,240, delivery in 7–14 days, 226 carriers on the Tulsa side and 19 in Hilo.

4,400 miroad distance
76 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,590–$17,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tulsa, Oklahoma
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 4,400 miles (3,729 straight-line)
Drive time: 76 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 226 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Tulsa

Moving from Tulsa to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 4,400 road miles, heading west from Oklahoma to Hawaii.

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 $11,590 to $17,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 76 hours (9 driving days).

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 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Tulsa has a population of about 416,209 and Hilo about 45,000. Tulsa is considerably denser (2,091 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii 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 Hilo

Full-service estimate for 4,400 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,640	$5,650	$6,900
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,950	$8,480	$10,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,590	$14,130	$17,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,540	$22,610	$27,590
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,500	$31,090	$37,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,020–$8,500

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

Portable container

$4,950–$7,280

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

Full-service mover

$11,590–$17,240

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 Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,640 to $6,900 for a studio, $6,950 to $10,350 for a one-bedroom, $11,590 to $17,240 for a two-bedroom, $18,540 to $27,590 for a three-bedroom and $25,500 to $37,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Tulsa?

About 4,400 road miles (3,729 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 76 hours (9 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii 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 Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,020 to $8,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,950 to $7,280. 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–Hilo corridor.