Walla Walla, WA → Ann Arbor, MI · Cross-country move

Movers from Walla Walla to Ann Arbor

About 2,031 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,100–$10,570, delivery in 5–10 days, 10 carriers on the Walla Walla side and 229 in Ann Arbor.

2,031 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,100–$10,5702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Walla Walla, Washington
To: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 2,031 miles (1,721 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 229 (112 interstate)

Reverse: Ann Arbor → Walla Walla

Moving from Walla Walla to Ann Arbor is a cross-country move of roughly 2,031 road miles, heading east from Washington to Michigan.

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 $7,100 to $10,570 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 35 hours (4 driving days).

On the Walla Walla side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 229 around Ann Arbor (112 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 Ann Arbor.

Walla Walla has a population of about 34,000 and Ann Arbor about 122,233. Ann Arbor is the denser city (4,392 people per square mile versus 2,426 in Walla Walla), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Michigan than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Michigan does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Walla Walla to Ann Arbor

Full-service estimate for 2,031 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,840	$3,470	$4,230
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,260	$5,200	$6,340
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,100	$8,660	$10,570
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,370	$13,860	$16,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,630	$19,060	$23,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,840–$4,010

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

Portable container

$2,830–$4,170

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

Full-service mover

$7,100–$10,570

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 Walla Walla (origin)

Old School Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825294
MC: 837397
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (509) 386-6874 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Ortega Trucking And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 824727
MC: 656000
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (541) 429-0305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rmb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4170055
MC: 1606082
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 771-2412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harshfield Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Edwin Chad Harshfield

USDOT: 4473400
MC: 1765805
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (509) 676-7537 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy'S Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 313853
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 529-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jj Haul Away

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jj Haul Away LLC

USDOT: 3621361
MC: 1237106
Based in: College Place, WA 99324 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 520-2143 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smokin Hagen

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Larry Hagen

USDOT: 1656657
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (509) 525-5518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cervantez Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4116110
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 386-6016 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Ann Arbor (destination)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 241829
MC: 165377
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Route Verify on FMCSA

A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296052
MC: 192625
Based in: Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT: 186721
MC: 163645
Based in: Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3307370
MC: 1049987
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093121
MC: 73065
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454345
MC: 1125919
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 610538
MC: 293651
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT: 2974615
MC: 10764
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Ann Arbor accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Walla Walla to Ann Arbor?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,840 to $4,230 for a studio, $4,260 to $6,340 for a one-bedroom, $7,100 to $10,570 for a two-bedroom, $11,370 to $16,910 for a three-bedroom and $15,630 to $23,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ann Arbor from Walla Walla?

About 2,031 road miles (1,721 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 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 Michigan 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 Walla Walla to Ann Arbor?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,840 to $4,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,830 to $4,170. 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 Walla Walla–Ann Arbor corridor.