Yakima, WA → Scottsbluff, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Yakima to Scottsbluff

About 1,056 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,000–$7,440, delivery in 3–7 days, 60 carriers on the Yakima side and 21 in Scottsbluff.

1,056 miroad distance
18 h 54 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,000–$7,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yakima, Washington
To: Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 1,056 miles (895 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 54 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 60 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (16 interstate)

Reverse: Scottsbluff → Yakima

Moving from Yakima to Scottsbluff is a long-distance move of roughly 1,056 road miles, heading east from Washington to Nebraska.

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 $5,000 to $7,440 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 54 min.

On the Yakima side there are 60 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 21 around Scottsbluff (16 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 Scottsbluff.

Yakima has a population of about 98,000 and Scottsbluff about 15,000. Yakima is considerably denser (3,481 people per square mile versus 2,177), 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 Nebraska than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Nebraska does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Yakima to Scottsbluff

Full-service estimate for 1,056 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,000	$2,440	$2,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,000	$3,660	$4,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,000	$6,100	$7,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,000	$9,760	$11,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,000	$13,410	$16,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,530–$2,170

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

Portable container

$1,960–$2,890

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

Full-service mover

$5,000–$7,440

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 Yakima (origin)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328687
MC: 214356
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 457-3484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers Central LLC

USDOT: 2447936
MC: 135847
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 453-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua David Noel

USDOT: 2433537
MC: 925760
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 314-8081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170358
MC: 1262505
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (509) 307-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901207
MC: 975959
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (509) 899-9328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539745
MC: 1801352
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 654-4832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 573046
MC: 278738
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (509) 961-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1543366
MC: 574001
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 938-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 60 movers in Yakima

Near Scottsbluff (destination)

Douglas Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974463
MC: 1486188
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (347) 749-9690 Route Verify on FMCSA

S C Blanton Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2964567
MC: 6709
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (308) 633-2604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jody Shellito

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 666294
MC: 315220
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 641-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&a Transportation INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 896528
MC: 471142
Based in: Minatate, NE 69356 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (303) 725-5880 Route Verify on FMCSA

U And U Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 626338
MC: 301563
Based in: Morill, NE 69358 (22 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 635-0080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Roberto Avila

USDOT: 1136370
MC: 480651
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (308) 641-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montelongo Trucking & Son LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1675002
MC: 1093782
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (308) 765-9849 Route Verify on FMCSA

E & M Garza LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1464695
MC: 553270
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (308) 672-0849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Scottsbluff

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yakima to Scottsbluff?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,000 to $2,980 for a studio, $3,000 to $4,460 for a one-bedroom, $5,000 to $7,440 for a two-bedroom, $8,000 to $11,900 for a three-bedroom and $11,000 to $16,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scottsbluff from Yakima?

About 1,056 road miles (895 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Nebraska 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 Yakima to Scottsbluff?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,530 to $2,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,960 to $2,890. 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 Yakima–Scottsbluff corridor.