Walla Walla, WA → Utica, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Walla Walla to Utica

About 2,484 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,790–$13,080, delivery in 7–14 days, 10 carriers on the Walla Walla side and 107 in Utica.

2,484 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,790–$13,0802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Walla Walla, Washington
To: Utica, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,484 miles (2,105 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 107 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Utica → Walla Walla

The route from Walla Walla, WA to Utica, NY covers roughly 2,484 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $8,790 to $13,080 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 43 hours (5 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 107 around Utica (42 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 Utica.

Walla Walla has a population of about 34,000 and Utica about 65,000. Utica is the denser city (3,904 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. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Walla Walla to Utica

Full-service estimate for 2,484 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,230
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,270	$6,430	$7,850
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,790	$10,720	$13,080
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,060	$17,150	$20,920
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,330	$23,580	$28,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,450–$4,870

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

Portable container

$3,240–$4,760

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

Full-service mover

$8,790–$13,080

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 Utica (destination)

R B Humphreys INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 55512
MC: 143396
Based in: Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (315) 838-2650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eastern Vip Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3541206
MC: 1182438
Based in: Utica, NY 13502 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Felice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Felice Trucking Service INC

USDOT: 55523
MC: 22944
Based in: Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (315) 337-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wolfe News Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1132195
MC: 1329906
Based in: Clinton, NY 13323 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (315) 853-6397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eja Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eja Services INC

USDOT: 1948559
MC: 907304
Based in: Oriskany, NY 13424 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (315) 335-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cxj Service LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4236193
Based in: Herkimer, NY 13350 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (315) 940-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Millenium Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3475043
MC: 1138628
Based in: Utica, NY 13501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (315) 507-1652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miss Mallory Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3475403
MC: 1138867
Based in: Whitesboro, NY 13492 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (315) 275-7210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 107 movers in Utica

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
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 Utica accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,520 to $5,230 for a studio, $5,270 to $7,850 for a one-bedroom, $8,790 to $13,080 for a two-bedroom, $14,060 to $20,920 for a three-bedroom and $19,330 to $28,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Utica from Walla Walla?

About 2,484 road miles (2,105 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 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 Washington 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 Walla Walla to Utica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,450 to $4,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,240 to $4,760. 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–Utica corridor.