($494+) Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT Movers
Moving from Eugene, OR, to Missoula, MT, runs anywhere from $494 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,816 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 656 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 $1,589, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,816 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,033 - $3,158, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $494 - $1,327.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Eugene, OR, to Missoula, MT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,443 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
Moving options from Eugene to Missoula fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,443 - $6,031 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 47% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 78% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 656 miles and typically takes 1 to 6 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 656-mile route from Eugene to Missoula, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,589 - $4,503 | $1,033 - $1,741 | $494 - $960 | $921 - $1,650 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,443 - $6,031 | $1,299 - $2,588 | $543 - $1,119 | $1,030 - $2,111 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,424 - $8,816 | $1,807 - $3,158 | $626 - $1,327 | $1,377 - $2,763 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
Full-service movers for the 656-mile relocation from Eugene, Oregon, to Missoula, Montana, cost between $1,589 and $8,816. 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 $328 - $2,188, 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 Eugene typically charge a base rate around $235 plus $70 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Eugene to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,589 - $4,503
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,443 - $6,031
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,424 - $8,816
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 Eugene to Missoula.
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 Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
Specialty needs vary by market: 73% of Eugene movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Missoula, 50% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing64% of local movers | $547 - $5,470 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready73% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Elite Relocation Services | $219 - $1,313/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $328 - $2,626 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage36% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs45% of local movers | $1,094 - $3,282 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,735 - $10,940 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $819 - $1,557 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items36% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Cal's Moving & Storage | $1,094 - $2,735 |
| Piano | Any piano type45% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Elite Relocation Services | $875 - $3,829 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling27% of local movers | $328 - $1,641 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect36% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Elite Relocation Services | $711 - $2,188 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $328 - $16,410+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $328 - $3,829+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Eugene to Missoula?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Eugene, OR. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
Moving containers from Eugene, Oregon, to Missoula, Montana, cost between $1,033 and $3,158. 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 Eugene typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Eugene to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,033 - $1,741
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,299 - $2,588
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,807 - $3,158
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $82 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $164 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Missoula, MT, 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 $766 in Eugene, OR. 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 Oregon to Montana 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 $1,033. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,299 - $2,588.
What are the best moving containers Eugene to Missoula?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- 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 Eugene 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 Eugene:
- Elite Relocation Services (5.0/5), 9 years in business
- Cal's Moving & Storage, 8 years in business
- Beaver Town Movers, 6 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
A rental truck for this 656-mile move from Eugene, Oregon, to Missoula, Montana, costs between $494 and $1,327. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $228 - $261
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Eugene daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.19
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Eugene to Missoula based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $494 - $960
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $543 - $1,119
- 4+ bedrooms: $626 - $1,327
Pro tip: A rental truck from Eugene to Missoula looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $494 - $1,327. But once you factor in fuel ($228 - $261), overnight lodging ($164/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. 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 $164 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 $71 and $356 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $228 - $261 in fuel for the 656-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $766 in Eugene, Oregon, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Eugene to Missoula?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT
If you're moving a larger household from Eugene, Oregon, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Missoula, Montana.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,030 and $2,111.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Eugene to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $921 - $1,650
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,030 - $2,111
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,377 - $2,763
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
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 $82 - $164 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 Eugene, Oregon, typically costs $766.
What are the best freight companies from Eugene to Missoula?
- 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.
- 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.
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 Missoula 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: Eugene, OR vs Missoula, MT
Good news for your budget: Missoula isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Eugene. Cost of living index runs 113 there against 107 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 46/100 and 54.24/100 here versus 45/100 and 66.73/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Missoula, MT to Eugene, OR guide.
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We've processed 1 real quote from Oregon to Montana over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 104 movers in our Oregon network to compare for this 656-mile move.
Our take
The 656-mile move from Eugene, OR, to Missoula, MT, costs between $1,589 and $8,816 with full-service movers, $1,033 - $3,158 with a moving container, and $494 - $1,327 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,443 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Walmart AT&T and Target.
FAQs: Moving from Eugene, OR, to Missoula, MT
Is Missoula a safe place to live?
Missoula has a safety index of 66.73 out of 100 and a crime index of 33.27, compared to 54.24 and 6.0 in Eugene. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
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 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from Eugene, OR to Missoula, MT?
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.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Montana?
In Montana, local and intrastate movers need to have a valid Public Service Commission (PSC) number issued by the Montana Department of Transportation (MDOT).
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($228 - $261), daily insurance ($33/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $22) on top. Overnight stops can add another $164/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What percentage of Eugene movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 45% of movers in Eugene handle piano moves, and 36% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.