($1,005+) Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK Movers

Full-service moving costs from Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK

For the 1,531-mile move from Providence, Rhode Island, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, full-service movers cost between $2,195 and $8,861. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $298 - $1,988 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Providence generally start around $348 plus $90 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,195 - $5,066
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,969 - $6,594
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,335 - $8,861

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 Providence to Tulsa.

Specialty moving services from Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Providence movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Oklahoma Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Oklahoma beyond this list.

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 Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Providence, Rhode Island, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,428 and $5,356. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Providence typically runs around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,428 - $2,787
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,955 - $3,857
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,637 - $5,356

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 $696 in Providence, RI. 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 $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $149 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 Tulsa, OK, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Providence to Tulsa?

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 Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK

A rental truck for this 1,531-mile move from Providence, Rhode Island, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $966 and $2,640. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $484 - $553
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Providence daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Providence to Tulsa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $966 - $1,889
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,025 - $2,293
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,356 - $2,640

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 $75 and $348.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $484 and $553 for the 1,531-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 $696 for 2 movers in Providence, Rhode Island, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Providence, RI to Tulsa, OK

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Providence, Rhode Island, to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $895 and $3,146.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,377 - $2,459
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,429 - $3,146
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,109 - $4,163

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $75 and $149.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Providence, Rhode Island, for roughly five hours typically average $696.

What are the best freight companies from Providence to Tulsa?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Blue Sun Super Service (4.76/5 stars): Blue Sun Super Service is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Providence, RI vs Tulsa, OK

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tulsa, side by side with Providence 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.