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Moving from Olympia, WA, to Moreno Valley, CA, runs anywhere from $736 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,027 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,136 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 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 $2,625, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,027 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,289 - $4,171, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $736 - $2,091.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Olympia, WA, to Moreno Valley, CA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,171 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

There are 3 main ways to move from Olympia to Moreno Valley: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $3,171 - $7,719. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 8 days for this 1,136-mile route, depending on which option you go with.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,136-mile route from Olympia to Moreno Valley, broken down by home size:

Home size Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $2,625 - $5,965 $1,289 - $2,243 $736 - $1,516 $1,183 - $2,083
2 - 3 bedrooms $3,171 - $7,719 $1,610 - $3,156 $803 - $1,683 $1,275 - $2,709
4+ bedrooms $5,319 - $10,027 $2,289 - $4,171 $978 - $2,091 $1,795 - $3,441

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 Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

Full-service movers for the 1,136-mile relocation from Olympia, Washington, to Moreno Valley, California, cost between $2,625 and $10,027. 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 $359 - $2,392, 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 Olympia typically charge a base rate around $296 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,625 - $5,965
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,171 - $7,719
  • 4+ bedrooms: $5,319 - $10,027

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 Olympia to Moreno Valley.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Washington to California. 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 Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Moreno Valley, 82% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$598 - $5,980
Storage in transitNew place not ready97% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$239 - $1,435/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$359 - $2,870
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage27% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs30% of local movers$1,196 - $3,588
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,990 - $11,960
Car shippingSecond vehicle$896 - $1,702
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items58% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$1,196 - $2,990
PianoAny piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: All Ready Moving & Storage$957 - $4,186
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling45% of local movers$359 - $1,794
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect33% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Mountain Moving & Storage$777 - $2,392
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$359 - $17,940+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$359 - $4,186+

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

All three below meet the standards set by the California Moving & Storage Association, the group most California movers are affiliated with.

  1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
  2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
  3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Olympia, WA. 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 Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Moreno Valley, California, cost between $1,289 and $4,171. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Moreno Valley. If you go over that window, storage in Olympia adds around $100/month.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,289 - $2,243
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,610 - $3,156
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,289 - $4,171

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $90 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $179 per month.
  • Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Moreno Valley, CA, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
  • Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $837 in Olympia, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Washington to California 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 $1,289. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,610 - $3,156, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Olympia to Moreno Valley?

  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 Olympia 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 Olympia:

  • All Ready Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 22 years in business
  • College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 8 years in business
  • Mountain Moving & Storage (4.6/5), 63 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

Plan on $736 - $2,091 for a rental moving truck on the 1,136-mile route from Olympia, Washington, to Moreno Valley, California. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

  • Fuel for the drive: $432 - $494
  • Daily insurance: $36/day
  • Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
  • Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59
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 Olympia to Moreno Valley based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $736 - $1,516
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $803 - $1,683
  • 4+ bedrooms: $978 - $2,091

Pro tip: A rental truck from Olympia to Moreno Valley looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $736 - $2,091. But once you factor in fuel ($432 - $494) , overnight lodging ($179/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate suggests. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $179 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
  • Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $78 and $389 to your total.
  • Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
  • Gas: Plan on spending $432 - $494 in fuel for the 1,136-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
  • Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $837 in Olympia, Washington, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Moreno Valley?

  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 Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Olympia, Washington, to Moreno Valley, California. 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 $1,076 and $2,709.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,183 - $2,083
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,275 - $2,709
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,795 - $3,441

Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.

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 $90 and $179.
  • 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 Olympia, Washington, for roughly five hours typically average $837.

What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Moreno Valley?

  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. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport 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: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Moreno Valley quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.

Cost of living: Olympia, WA vs Moreno Valley, CA

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

Measure Olympia, WA Moreno Valley, CA
Cost of living index112131
Average rent$1,895/mo$2,550/mo
Median home value$457,660$460,926
Average income$76,930/yr$87,477/yr
Unemployment rate5.6%9.1%
State income taxNoneUp to 13.3%
Walkability score39/10033/100
Safety index62.25/10059.76/100
Air qualityGoodModerate

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

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Olympia, WA, to Moreno Valley, CA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,625 - $10,027 on the 1,136-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,289 - $4,171 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $736 - $2,091 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,171 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Sunnymead Middle School and Family Service Association.

FAQs: Moving from Olympia, WA, to Moreno Valley, CA

What do local movers charge in Olympia?

Local movers based in Olympia typically start around $296 as a base rate, plus $133/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 Moreno Valley run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

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.

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

Costs on this route range from around $2,625 to $10,027, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,625 and $10,027, 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.

What is the cheapest way to move from Olympia, WA to Moreno Valley, CA?

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 $803 - $1,683. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?

The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($432 - $494), daily insurance ($36/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $24) on top. Overnight stops can add another $179/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.

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

About 79% of movers in Olympia handle piano moves, and 58% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.