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The cost to move from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA ranges from $1,306 to $8,292, with an average cost of $3,300. Moves can be as low as $760 if you're wanting to DIY it.

This move covers about 1,101 miles and usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

Compare moving options from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Moving options from Anaheim to Olympia fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,306 - $8,292 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,300, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,101 miles and typically takes 2 to 8 days depending on the service you pick.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,101-mile route from Anaheim to Olympia, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,306 - $5,279 $1,252 - $2,432 $708 - $1,475 $1,149 - $2,104
2 - 3 bedrooms $2,735 - $6,550 $1,661 - $3,125 $806 - $1,669 $1,315 - $2,630
4+ bedrooms $4,339 - $8,292 $2,179 - $4,082 $993 - $2,053 $1,673 - $3,610

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Full-service movers for the 1,101-mile relocation from Anaheim, California, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,306 and $8,292. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $431 - $2,876, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Anaheim typically charge a base rate around $182 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Anaheim to Olympia:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,306 - $5,279
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,735 - $6,550
  • 4+ bedrooms: $4,339 - $8,292

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Anaheim to Olympia.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Washington. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.

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Specialty moving services from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 84% of Anaheim movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Olympia, 97% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$719 - $7,190
Storage in transitNew place not ready84% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$288 - $1,726/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$431 - $3,451
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage38% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs51% of local movers$1,438 - $4,314
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$3,595 - $14,380
Car shippingSecond vehicle$1,077 - $2,046
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items65% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,438 - $3,595
PianoAny piano type78% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$1,150 - $5,033
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling38% of local movers$431 - $2,157
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect30% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines$935 - $2,876
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$431 - $21,570+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$431 - $5,033+

What are the best full-service movers from Anaheim to Olympia?

Washington Movers Conference membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Washington, on top of the picks below.

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Anaheim, CA. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.

Moving container costs from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Moving containers from Anaheim, California, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,252 and $4,082. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Anaheim runs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Anaheim to Olympia:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,252 - $2,432
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,661 - $3,125
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,179 - $4,082

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,007 in Anaheim, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
  • Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $108 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $216 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
  • Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Olympia, WA, destination before booking.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Washington move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.

Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,252. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,661 - $3,125, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Anaheim to Olympia?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Anaheim to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Anaheim:

  • Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
  • Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
  • California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company (5.0/5), 11 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Plan on $708 - $2,053 for a rental moving truck on the 1,101-mile route from Anaheim, California, to Olympia, Washington. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

  • Fuel for the drive: $504 - $576
  • Daily insurance: $43/day
  • Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
  • Anaheim daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Anaheim to Olympia based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $708 - $1,475
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $806 - $1,669
  • 4+ bedrooms: $993 - $2,053

Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Anaheim to Olympia starts at $708 - $2,053, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($504 - $576) , overnight lodging ($216/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Anaheim, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $1,007.
  • Gas: Fuel costs total $504 - $576 for the 1,101-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
  • Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $86 and $467, depending on what you need.
  • Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
  • Lodging: Budget around $216 per night for hotel stops on the 1,101-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $431 - $647.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Anaheim to Olympia?

  1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
  2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
  3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Anaheim, California, to Olympia, Washington, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,315 and $2,630.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Anaheim to Olympia:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,149 - $2,104
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,315 - $2,630
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,673 - $3,610

Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.

What other costs come with freight trailers?

  • More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $108 - $216 to your final bill.
  • Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
  • Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Anaheim, California, typically costs $1,007.

What are the best freight companies from Anaheim to Olympia?

  1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
  2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
  3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.

Cost of living: Anaheim, CA vs Olympia, WA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Olympia, side by side with Anaheim on housing, income, and taxes.

Measure Anaheim, CA Olympia, WA
Cost of living index165112
Average rent$2,550/mo$1,895/mo
Median home value$769,966$457,660
Average income$90,583/yr$76,930/yr
Unemployment rate4.1%5.6%
State income taxUp to 13.3%None
Walkability score56/10039/100
Safety index46.82/10062.25/100
Air qualityGoodGood

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Olympia, WA to Anaheim, CA guide.

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,101-mile route from Anaheim, CA, to Olympia, WA, run $1,306 - $8,292 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,252 - $4,082, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $708 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,735, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Washington State ESD and The Evergreen State College.

FAQs: Moving from Anaheim, CA, to Olympia, WA

How long does a move from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.

What do local movers charge in Anaheim?

Local movers based in Anaheim typically start around $182 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Olympia run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

What are some tips for saving money on a move from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA?

Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.

How much does it cost to move from Anaheim, CA to Olympia, WA?

Costs on this route range from around $1,306 to $8,292, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,306 and $8,292, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.

How walkable is Olympia?

Olympia has a walkability score of 39 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 59, compared to 56 and 52 in Anaheim. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.

What percentage of Anaheim movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 78% of movers in Anaheim handle piano moves, and 65% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.