($1,368+) Portland, ME to Billings, MT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Portland, ME to Billings, MT

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,335-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Billings, Montana, with prices running from $2,905 - $13,548. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $316 - $2,104 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Portland and Billings are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Portland movers tend to run around $382 as a base rate plus $135/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,905 - $6,401
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,999 - $8,424
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,287 - $13,548

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 Portland to Billings.

Specialty moving services from Portland, ME to Billings, MT

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Billings, 67% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Billings?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Portland, ME to Billings, MT

Moving containers from Portland, Maine, to Billings, Montana, cost between $1,766 and $6,427. 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 Billings. If you go over that window, storage in Portland adds around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Portland to Billings:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,766 - $3,147
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,176 - $4,832
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,960 - $6,427

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $79 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $158 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $736 in Portland, ME, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Billings, MT, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Portland to Billings?

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 Portland, ME to Billings, MT

A rental truck for this 2,335-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Billings, Montana, costs between $1,368 and $3,713. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $782 - $893
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Portland to Billings based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,368 - $2,519
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,481 - $2,908
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,799 - $3,713

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 $79 and $368.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $158.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $782 and $893 for the 2,335-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 $736 for 2 movers in Portland, Maine, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Billings?

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 Portland, ME to Billings, MT

If you're moving a larger household from Portland, Maine, 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 Billings, 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 $1,687 and $3,497.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,512 - $2,861
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,687 - $3,497
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,491 - $5,142

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 $79 and $158.
• 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 Portland, Maine, for roughly five hours typically average $736.

What are the best freight companies from Portland to Billings?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Portland, ME vs Billings, MT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Billings, side by side with Portland 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 2,335-mile route from Portland, ME, to Billings, MT, run $2,905 - $13,548 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,766 - $6,427, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,368 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,999, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Billings Clinic and First Interstate BancSystem.