Missoula, MT

Wenatchee, WA → Missoula, MT · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Wenatchee to Missoula

About 352 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,060–$4,560, delivery in 1–3 days, 33 carriers on the Wenatchee side and 35 in Missoula.

  • 352 miroad distance
  • 6 h 46 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,060–$4,5602-bedroom estimate
Photo: Quintin Soloviev · CC BY 4.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 352 miles (299 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 46 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
33 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
35 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Missoula → Wenatchee

Missoula sits about 352 miles east of Wenatchee, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Montana that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $3,060 to $4,560 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 6 h 46 min.

On the Wenatchee side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 35 around Missoula (24 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 Missoula.

Wenatchee has a population of about 36,000 and Missoula about 76,000. Wenatchee is considerably denser (3,341 people per square mile versus 2,111), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Montana than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Montana does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Wenatchee to Missoula

Full-service estimate for 352 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,320 $1,610 $1,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,840 $2,240 $2,730
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,060 $3,730 $4,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,900 $5,970 $7,290
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,740 $8,220 $10,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$510–$720

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,960

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

Full-service mover

$3,060–$4,560

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 Wenatchee (origin)

Pom-Arleau Transfer And Storage Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
27489
MC
94068
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cornelius Construction

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1692033
Based in
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Loyalty Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2523674
MC
906418
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

US Mat Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1487629
MC
560703
Based in
Cashmere Road, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Central Washington Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3845201
MC
1399730
Based in
Cashmere, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Great American Enterprises

Licensed interstate
USDOT
780789
MC
1720081
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Zion Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2268035
MC
774393
Based in
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Eagle Transfer Co

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
312922
MC
119038
Based in
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

All 33 movers in Wenatchee

Near Missoula (destination)

Dsv Road Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
30161
MC
124692
Based in
Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
421 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Montana Transfer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
514197
MC
121089
Based in
Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

All Lanes Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
917105
MC
403277
Based in
Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Biketernity LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3798296
MC
1366116
Based in
Missoula, MT 59803 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Two Men And A Truck Of Montana

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2966913
MC
7978
Based in
Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Montana Roadside Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3331492
MC
1061736
Based in
Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Blue Sky Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1432706
MC
541357
Based in
Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Rosetti Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1749270
MC
640376
Based in
Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

All 35 movers in Missoula

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wenatchee to Missoula?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,840 to $2,730 for a one-bedroom, $3,060 to $4,560 for a two-bedroom, $4,900 to $7,290 for a three-bedroom and $6,740 to $10,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Missoula from Wenatchee?

About 352 road miles (299 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 46 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Washington into Montana 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 Wenatchee to Missoula?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,960. 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 Wenatchee–Missoula corridor.