($1,599+) Olympia, WA to Winston-Salem, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Winston-Salem, NC

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,793-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with costs ranging from $2,744 - $14,361. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $302 - $2,016. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Olympia and Winston-Salem. Local movers in Olympia typically start around $296 as a base rate plus $133/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,744 - $6,762
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,221 - $8,650
• 4+ bedrooms: $8,354 - $14,361

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 Winston-Salem.

Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Winston-Salem, NC

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

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

North Carolina Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in North Carolina, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Winston-Salem, NC

Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, cost between $1,945 and $7,043. 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 Olympia typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Olympia to Winston-Salem:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,945 - $3,745
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,349 - $5,267
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,479 - $7,043

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Olympia, WA and Winston-Salem, NC. 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 $706 in Olympia, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $76 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $151 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 Olympia to Winston-Salem?

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 Olympia, WA to Winston-Salem, NC

Renting a moving truck for the 2,793-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, costs between $1,599 and $4,445, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $896 - $1,024
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Olympia to Winston-Salem based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,599 - $3,042
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,666 - $3,621
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,106 - $4,445

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $151 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Olympia, Washington, usually costs about $706 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,793-mile drive falls between $896 and $1,024, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $50 and $302 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Winston-Salem?

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 Winston-Salem, NC

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Olympia, Washington, to Winston-Salem, North Carolina. 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 $907 and $4,214.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,630 - $3,436
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,057 - $4,214
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,647 - $5,579

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 $76 - $151 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Olympia, Washington, for about five hours typically runs $706.

What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Winston-Salem?

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: Olympia, WA vs Winston-Salem, NC

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

Full-service movers on the 2,793-mile route from Olympia, WA, to Winston-Salem, NC, run $2,744 - $14,361 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,945 - $7,043, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,599 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,221, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Winston-Salem tend to point to no traffic and friendly people, though summertime humidity and allergy-inducing pollen come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Novant Health.