Walla Walla, WA → Olympia, WA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Walla Walla to Olympia

About 268 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,360, delivery in 1–3 days, 10 carriers on the Walla Walla side and 101 in Olympia.

268 miroad distance
5 h 19 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,930–$4,3602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Walla Walla, Washington
To: Olympia, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 268 miles (227 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Washington)
Movers at origin: 10 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 101 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Olympia → Walla Walla

The route from Walla Walla, WA to Olympia, WA covers roughly 268 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,930 to $4,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 19 min.

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 101 around Olympia (46 interstate). For an in-state 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 Olympia.

Walla Walla has a population of about 34,000 and Olympia about 57,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,426 and 3,052 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Walla Walla to Olympia

Full-service estimate for 268 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,760	$2,140	$2,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,930	$3,570	$4,360
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,680	$5,710	$6,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,440	$7,850	$9,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$600

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,850

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

Full-service mover

$2,930–$4,360

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

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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 Olympia (destination)

Harbor Wholesale Grocery INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 430787
MC: 309158
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 133 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 754-4484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympic Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 586615
MC: 284187
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (306) 753-2344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morgan Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Western Transfer Of Washington LLC

USDOT: 2575693
MC: 1155069
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (360) 493-1300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olmpic Move Group Lile Moving & Storage Move Nw

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Merchants Parcel Delivery INC

USDOT: 527782
MC: 75805
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (360) 701-5234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allwest Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1277174
MC: 786271
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (360) 943-4990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Ready Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All Ready Moving LLC

USDOT: 2083124
MC: 1398715
Based in: Tumwater, WA 98512 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 507-2447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4119742
MC: 1575398
Based in: Olympia, WA 98501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (360) 780-3858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lady Americana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sound Sleep Products INC

USDOT: 565789
MC: 879382
Based in: Lacey, WA 98516 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (253) 891-1293 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 101 movers in Olympia

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Walla Walla to Olympia?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,610 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,360 for a two-bedroom, $4,680 to $6,970 for a three-bedroom and $6,440 to $9,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Olympia from Walla Walla?

About 268 road miles (227 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Walla Walla and Olympia are in Washington, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Walla Walla to Olympia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,850. 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 Walla Walla–Olympia corridor.