($481+) Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN Movers

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Moving from Tulsa, OK, to Nashville, TN, runs anywhere from $500 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,009 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 612 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 1 to 6 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.

  • Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,413, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,009 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,070 - $3,350, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $500 - $1,301.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Tulsa, OK, to Nashville, TN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,174 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Moving options from Tulsa to Nashville fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,174 - $5,517 on this route, with movers handling 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 612-mile route typically takes 1 to 6 days door to door.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 612-mile route from Tulsa to Nashville, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,413 - $4,244 $1,070 - $1,911 $500 - $871 $964 - $1,754
2 - 3 bedrooms $2,174 - $5,517 $1,266 - $2,514 $524 - $1,131 $1,108 - $2,157
4+ bedrooms $3,862 - $8,009 $1,867 - $3,350 $687 - $1,301 $1,423 - $2,546

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 Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Hiring full-service movers from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Nashville, Tennessee, costs between $1,413 and $8,009. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 612-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $279 - $1,860, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Tulsa and Nashville. For a rough baseline, movers based in Tulsa tend to start around $225 plus $90/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,413 - $4,244
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,174 - $5,517
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,862 - $8,009

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 Tulsa to Nashville.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Oklahoma to Tennessee. 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 Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Tulsa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Nashville, 81% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$465 - $4,650
Storage in transitNew place not ready88% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage$186 - $1,116/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$279 - $2,232
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage38% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs50% of local movers$930 - $2,790
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,325 - $9,300
Car shippingSecond vehicle$697 - $1,323
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items75% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage$930 - $2,325
PianoAny piano type75% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage$744 - $3,255
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling25% of local movers$279 - $1,395
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect25% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Bigger Better Movers$605 - $1,860
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$279 - $13,950+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$279 - $3,255+

What are the best full-service movers from Tulsa to Nashville?

  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 carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Tulsa, OK. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Moving containers from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Nashville, Tennessee, cost between $1,070 and $3,350. 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 Tulsa runs about $55/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tulsa to Nashville:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,070 - $1,911
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,266 - $2,514
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,867 - $3,350

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 $651 in Tulsa, OK. 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 $70 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $140 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 Nashville, TN, destination before booking.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Oklahoma to Tennessee 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 $1,070. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,266 - $2,514, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Tulsa to Nashville?

  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 Tulsa 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 Tulsa:

  • TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.3/5), 32 years in business
  • 2 Fellas & A Big Vehicle Moving Company (4.3/5), 30 years in business
  • Bigger Better Movers (4.8/5), 6 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Truck rentals from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Nashville, Tennessee, range from $500 - $1,301 for the 612-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

  • Fuel for the drive: $181 - $207
  • Daily insurance: $28/day
  • Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
  • Tulsa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
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 Tulsa to Nashville based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $500 - $871
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $524 - $1,131
  • 4+ bedrooms: $687 - $1,301

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $500 - $1,301 does not include fuel ($181 - $207) , lodging ($140/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Tulsa to Nashville typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
  • Lodging: Budget around $140 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
  • Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Tulsa, Oklahoma, usually costs about $651 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
  • Gas: Fuel for the 612-mile drive falls between $181 and $207, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
  • Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $47 and $279 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tulsa to Nashville?

  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 Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Nashville, Tennessee, 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 $1,108 and $2,157.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $964 - $1,754
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,108 - $2,157
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,423 - $2,546

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?

  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $651.
  • More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $70 - $140 per additional foot to your total.
  • Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Tulsa to Nashville?

  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. Melton Truck Lines, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Melton Truck Lines, Inc. 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: Tulsa, OK vs Nashville, TN

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

Measure Tulsa, OK Nashville, TN
Cost of living index85105
Average rent$1,199/mo$1,971/mo
Median home value$187,761$382,847
Average income$58,407/yr$75,197/yr
Unemployment rate4.7%4.5%
State income taxUp to 4.75%None
Walkability score39/10096/100
Safety index48.06/10050.9/100
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 Nashville, TN to Tulsa, OK guide.

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 612-mile route from Tulsa, OK, to Nashville, TN, run $1,413 - $8,009 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,070 - $3,350, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $500 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,174, 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 HCA Healthcare and Access Control Systems.

FAQs: Moving from Tulsa, OK, to Nashville, TN

How do I know a mover is licensed in Tennessee?

Although a local license is not required in Tennessee, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number.

What is the best time of year to move from Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN?

Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.

What size moving truck do I need for this route?

Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

Is Nashville a safe place to live?

Nashville has a safety index of 50.9 out of 100 and a crime index of 49.1, compared to 48.06 and 51.94 in Tulsa. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What is the cheapest way to move from Tulsa, OK to Nashville, TN?

Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $524 - $1,131. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

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

About 75% of movers in Tulsa handle piano moves, and 75% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.