($1,155+) Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA

For the 2,030-mile move from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Olympia, Washington, full-service movers cost between $2,490 and $11,280. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $287 - $1,916 (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 Tulsa generally start around $225 plus $90 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,490 - $5,276
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,577 - $7,236
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,509 - $11,280

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 Olympia.

Specialty moving services from Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA

Specialty needs vary by market: 43% of Tulsa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Olympia, 65% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Washington are typically members of the Washington Movers Conference, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA

Moving containers from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,539 and $5,476. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Tulsa typically costs about $55/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,539 - $3,015
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,992 - $4,057
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,869 - $5,476

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Tulsa, OK, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $671, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $72 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $144 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tulsa, OK, and Olympia, WA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Tulsa 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 Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA

Truck rentals from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Olympia, Washington, range from $1,155 - $3,380 for the 2,030-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $619 - $707
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Tulsa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,155 - $2,341
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,188 - $2,733
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,610 - $3,380

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 $72 and $335.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $144.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $619 and $707 for the 2,030-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 $671 for 2 movers in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tulsa 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 Tulsa, OK to Olympia, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Olympia, Washington. 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 $862 and $3,348.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,500 - $2,795
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,724 - $3,348
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,205 - $4,426

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $72 - $144 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for about five hours typically runs $671.

What are the best freight companies from Tulsa to Olympia?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Tulsa, OK 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 Tulsa 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.

Our take

For a move from Tulsa, OK, to Olympia, WA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,490 for a studio to $11,280 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,030-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,539 - $5,476. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,155 - $3,380, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,577 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

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