($1,579+) Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV Movers
Moving from Portland, ME, to Las Vegas, NV, runs anywhere from $1,677 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $14,058 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,813 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 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 $3,059, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $14,058 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,992 - $7,139, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,677 - $4,382.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Portland, ME, to Las Vegas, NV. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,849 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 Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
Moving options from Portland to Las Vegas fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $4,849 - $9,546 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 2,813-mile route typically takes 7 to 21 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,813-mile route from Portland to Las Vegas, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $3,059 for a studio up to $14,058 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,992 - $7,139 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $1,677 - $4,382, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,811 - $6,132, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,813-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Las Vegas, Nevada, with prices running from $3,059 - $14,058. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $335 - $2,232 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Portland and Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,059 - $7,455
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,849 - $9,546
- 4+ bedrooms: $9,300 - $14,058
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 Las Vegas.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Maine to Nevada. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
Specialty needs vary by market — 78% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Las Vegas, 77% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $558 - $5,580 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready78% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $223 - $1,339/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $335 - $2,678 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage56% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs33% of local movers | $1,116 - $3,348 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,790 - $11,160 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $836 - $1,588 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Liberty Bell Moving & Storage of Maine | $1,116 - $2,790 |
| Piano | Any piano type100% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $893 - $3,906 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling89% of local movers | $335 - $1,674 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect78% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Liberty Bell Moving & Storage of Maine | $725 - $2,232 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $335 - $16,740+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $335 - $3,906+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Las Vegas?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Portland, ME. 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 Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
Moving containers from Portland, Maine, to Las Vegas, Nevada, cost between $1,992 and $7,139. 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 Portland typically costs about $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Portland to Las Vegas:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,992 - $4,073
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,636 - $5,564
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,528 - $7,139
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $84 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $167 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Las Vegas, NV, 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 $781 in Portland, ME. 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 Maine to Nevada 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 $1,992. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,636 - $5,564, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Portland to Las Vegas?
- 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 Portland 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 Portland:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.8/5), 9 years in business
- Tiny Tim's Moving (4.3/5), 33 years in business
- Integrity Movers, 0 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
A rental truck for this 2,813-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Las Vegas, Nevada, costs between $1,677 and $4,382. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $999 - $1,142
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| 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 Portland to Las Vegas based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,677 - $3,314
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,816 - $3,834
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,273 - $4,382
Pro tip: The base rate of $1,677 - $4,382 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Portland to Las Vegas. Fuel ($999 - $1,142) , lodging at around $167/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in an extra $600 - $1,200 to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $167 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 $73 and $363 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $999 - $1,142 in fuel for the 2,813-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $781 in Portland, Maine, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Las Vegas?
- 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 Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Portland, Maine, to Las Vegas, Nevada. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $2,046 and $4,495.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Portland to Las Vegas:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,811 - $3,559
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,046 - $4,495
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,764 - $6,132
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $84 - $167 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Portland, Maine, for about five hours typically runs $781.
What are the best freight companies from Portland to Las Vegas?
- 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.
- 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.
- Dubois Livestock (3.96/5 stars): Dubois Livestock is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Portland to Las Vegas, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Portland, ME vs Las Vegas, NV
Portland and Las Vegas land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 112 in Portland and 111 in Las Vegas, and rent tracks closely too ($1,991/mo vs. $1,850/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (62 vs 93) and safety scores (67.84 vs 44.2) come out about the same too.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Las Vegas, NV to Portland, ME guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Maine to Nevada, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Maine alone has 15 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 2,813-mile move like this one.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Portland, ME, to Las Vegas, NV, 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 $3,059 - $14,058 on the 2,813-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,992 - $7,139 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,677 - $4,382 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,849 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 MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment.
FAQs: Moving from Portland, ME, to Las Vegas, NV
What are the best neighborhoods in Las Vegas?
For families, Anthem, Centennial Hills, and Green Valley Ranch are worth a look in Las Vegas. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown, Green Valley South, and Rancho Charleston tend to be popular picks instead.
How walkable is Las Vegas?
Las Vegas has a walkability score of 93 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 64, compared to 62 and 68 in Portland. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
Is Las Vegas a safe place to live?
Las Vegas has a safety index of 44.2 out of 100 and a crime index of 55.8, compared to 67.84 and 32.16 in Portland. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What is the best time of year to move from Portland, ME to Las Vegas, NV?
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.
What percentage of Portland movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 100% of movers in Portland handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
