($950+) Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,488-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Olympia, Washington, with costs ranging from $2,272 - $9,656. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $309 - $2,060. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tucson and Olympia. Local movers in Tucson typically start around $160 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,272 - $5,414
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,926 - $6,800
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,498 - $9,656

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 Tucson to Olympia.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Olympia, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,448 and $4,907. 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 Tucson runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,448 - $2,660
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,906 - $3,565
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,593 - $4,907

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tucson, AZ and Olympia, WA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $721 in Tucson, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Tucson 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)

Moving truck rental costs from Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA

Renting a moving truck for the 1,488-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Olympia, Washington, costs between $988 and $2,566, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $488 - $557
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $988 - $1,838
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,067 - $2,036
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,242 - $2,566

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $77 and $361.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $155.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $488 and $557 for the 1,488-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $721 for 2 movers in Tucson, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ to Olympia, WA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tucson, Arizona, 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 $1,407 and $3,062.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,251 - $2,491
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,407 - $3,062
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,934 - $4,046

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 $77 - $155 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 Tucson, Arizona, typically costs $721.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson to Olympia?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Cti, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Cti, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson on housing, income, and taxes.

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