The BEST Long-Distance Movers in Butte, MT

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Last Updated: Jul 1, 2025 • 5 min read

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Best overall value:

Safeway Moving

4.85
Best local mover:

Mesa Moving & Storage

4.52
Best for small moves:

MiniMoves

4.8
Best moving container:

PODS

4.8
Best labor-only mover:

InterWest Moving and Storage

4.52
Best rental truck:

U-Haul Truck Rental

4.15

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Company	Quote	Rating
Safeway Moving	Get A Quote	4.85 / 5
American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5
North American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5

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Best long-distance movers in Butte for those moving out of state

If you're moving out of Butte and heading beyond Montana's borders, here are our top picks for interstate moving companies:

Safeway Moving: 4.85 out of 5 stars
American Van Lines: 4.5 out of 5 stars
North American Van Lines: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Allied Van Lines: 4.75 out of 5 stars
Mayzlin Relocation: 4.9 out of 5 stars

Licensed

Insured

Price

4.85 / 5

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(855) 650-0657

At A Glance

GPS tracking en route
Veteran-owned
Dedicated move coordinator
Flat-rate pricing
Donates a portion of moves to charity

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(855) 650-0657

Licensed

Insured

Price

4.5 / 5

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866-835-2392

At A Glance

Experienced & fully trained moving crews
Specializes in moving art & antiques
Competitive pricing
Can handle last-minute moves
Climate-controlled storage

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866-835-2392

Licensed

Insured

Price

4.5 / 5

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(844) 950-2963

At A Glance

Custom crates for electronics & art
Satellite shipment tracking
1,500 local agents covering all 50 states
Self-packing option
No deposit required

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(844) 950-2963

Licensed

Insured

Price

4.75 / 5

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866-825-0554

At A Glance

Fragile packing
Storage options
24/7 shipment tracking
Quick & efficient
Accurate quotes

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866-825-0554

Licensed

Insured

Price

4.9 / 5

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(980) 217-6841

At A Glance

Family-owned, with locations covering the East Coast
Full refund if you cancel within 7 days of your move
Hands-on customer service
24/7 support
Price-matching policy

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(980) 217-6841

Best long-distance movers in Butte for those staying in state

Are you moving from Butte but staying in Montana? Depending on how far you’re relocating, some in-state moves are still considered long-distance.

If your move within Montana is a couple hundred miles or more, you should hire one of the best long-distance moving companies.

Consider these top Butte, MT, movers:

Mesa Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
InterWest Moving and Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars

Mesa Moving & Storage

1414 N Montana Ave, Helena, MT 59601 US

Customer Praise

Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Helpful movers

Customer Complaints

Damage to items
Delayed arrival or delivery
Unexpected charges

Review Analysis

Moving made easy: Mesa Moving & Storage earns consistent praise for its professional, efficient, and careful crews. Of 225 pieces of customer feedback analyzed, 91% were positive, showing widespread satisfaction. Clients often mention staff being polite and respectful, quick service, and careful handling of belongings—traits that help set Mesa apart from many moving companies. Many describe experiences with friendly and helpful movers who work efficiently and maintain excellent communication. Despite these strengths, 8% of feedback highlighted concerns about damage to items, delays in arrival or delivery, and surprise charges. Complaints include broken belongings, shipment delays, or final costs exceeding estimates. Compared to industry peers, Mesa’s focus on reliability and helpful customer service stands out, even as some customers encounter occasional problems with damages or timing. Most moving experiences are smooth, with staff making a stressful process significantly easier.

Get a Quote (406) 442-9470

Company Info

Years in Business: 6

DOT #: 3280355

Alternate Names: Mesa Moving and Storage Helena, LLC

Services Offered

Local moves
Interstate moves
International moves
Packing
Unpacking
Offices
Pianos
Hot Tubs
Pool Tables
Art
Antiques
Grandfather clocks
Crating
Shipment tracking
Storage
Safes
Pay by cash
Pay by credit card
DOD certified

InterWest Moving and Storage

523 Business Hub Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714 US

Customer Praise

Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Helpful movers
Good communication

Customer Complaints

Lack of communication
Delayed arrival or delivery
Unreliable timing

Review Analysis

Customer feedback paints a strong picture: InterWest Moving and Storage sets the bar with 91.7% of input positive across 72 reviews, a rate few in the moving industry reach. Customers rave about the professional, polite staff, exceptional care for belongings, and quick, efficient service. Friendly movers, strong communication, and helpful attitudes stand out from the crowd. A handful of customers encountered issues with communication or delays, describing difficulty reaching staff or trouble with delivery timing. While these cases are rare, they highlight room for improvement as the bulk of clients receive reliable, courteous support and skilled handling of moves both big and small.

Get a Quote (406) 587-5153

Company Info

State license #: 125550

Years in Business: 34

DOT #: 125550

Alternate Names: West One Logistics

Services Offered

Local moves
Interstate moves
International moves
Packing
Unpacking
Offices
Art
Crating
Shipment tracking
Full-valuation coverage
Storage
Fragile-only packing
DOD certified

Best long-distance movers in Butte, MT, for small moves

Most professional moving companies won’t take on moves below a certain weight limit. That means small relocations often don’t qualify for their services.

The good news? Some movers specialize in small moves. So if you're heading out of Butte with only a few items or a studio’s worth of furniture, check out these recommendations:

MiniMoves

rating

4.8 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

No minimum move size
Full-service packing
Short-term storage

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Transit Systems Inc (TSI)

rating

4.7 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

34+ yrs experience
Online chatbot
Car shipping

Check prices 800-626-1257

Moving containers for long-distance moves in Butte, MT

Moving containers, also known as moving pods, offer short- and long-term storage so you can move from Butte at your own pace. With this option, you pack and load the container yourself and the professionals drive the container to your new home for you.

Our top picks for moving containers for long-distance moves from Butte include:

PODS

rating

4.8 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

Unlimited storage
3 container sizes
10% discount

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U-Pack

rating

5 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

Fast delivery
Nationwide
100+ miles moves

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Rental trucks in Butte, MT for a total DIY long-distance move

Rental trucks are usually the most budget-friendly option for a long-distance move from Butte, but they also come with the most responsibility. You’ll be in charge of everything: packing, loading, driving, and unloading. While you can save money this way, mileage fees, tolls, and gas costs can add up quickly. It’s good to double-check these hidden costs to confirm that a truck rental really is the most affordable choice for your situation.

These are our top rental truck picks for long-distance moves:

U-Haul Truck Rental

rating

4.15 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

Greatest coverage
7 truck sizes
One way rentals

Check prices (800) 468-4285

Penske Truck Rental

rating

4 / 5

Licensed

Insured

Price

Most expensive
4 truck sizes
Unlimited mileage

Check prices (844) 847-9517

Labor-only moving companies in Butte, MT

Labor-only movers are perfect when you need extra hands but not a full-service moving truck. They’ll handle the packing, heavy lifting, and even furniture assembly, while you’re in charge of the truck and materials.

Check out these top-rated labor-only moving companies for long-distance moves from Butte, MT:

InterWest Moving and Storage

rating

4.52 / 5

Years in Business: 34
Yelp: 3.4 / 5
BBB: A+

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(406) 587-5153

Comparing the best long-distance movers in Butte, MT

Company	Our Rating	Quote
Safeway Moving	4.85 overall rating	Get A Quote
American Van Lines	4.5 overall rating	Get A Quote
North American Van Lines	4.5 overall rating	Get A Quote
Allied Van Lines	4.75 overall rating	Get A Quote
Mayzlin Relocation	4.9 overall rating	Get A Quote

How we chose the best long-distance movers in Butte, MT

Over the past 10 years, we’ve developed a rigorous review process to identify the absolute best moving companies. We look at:

Customer satisfaction (40%): Companies that consistently deliver services in a timely manner — with good communication and within the estimated cost — score the highest within this category.
Dispute resolution (20%): Mistakes cannot be avoided in the moving industry, so we look for companies that take a customer-focused approach to handling their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix any issues that arise during a move.
Industry reputation (15%): We look at whether a company is well-regarded within the moving industry and participates in industry conferences and organizations.
Online reputation (15%): It’s important to us that a company maintains a professional website with accurate information and promptly and professionally responds to online customer inquiries.
Service options (10%): We look for companies with a wide breadth of services, including packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery.

Read more about our moving company rating methodology.

Average cost of a long-distance move out of Butte, MT

On average, movers in Montana charge about $128 per hour. That said, final pricing depends on more than just hourly rates—factors like distance and shipment size still play a big role, even when working with the top interstate movers.

Here’s what you can expect to pay for a long-distance move from Butte, MT to some of the most common destinations:

Destination	Distance	Home size	Cost
Portland, ME	2,552 miles	3 bedroom	$7,276 - $11,681
Providence, RI	2,447 miles	2 bedroom	$5,390 - $9,865
Sioux Falls, SD	885 miles	1 bedroom	$3,078 - $6,679

To get an accurate estimate of the cost for your long-distance move out of Butte, use our moving cost calculator. And, be sure to check out our detailed post about moving costs in Montana.

FAQs

What else should you know about moving out of state?

A moving company helping you move out of Montana must be properly licensed and have a U.S. Department of Transportation number. Of course, all the Butte movers we’ve included on this list have everything in order, but you can check for yourself on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s database.

If you’re moving from one state to another, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move document from the FMCSA.

Should I use a local company or a national company when moving from Butte?

If you’re moving across town, a local moving company in Butte is going to be the most cost-effective approach. If you’re moving out of Montana, using a national moving company like Safeway Moving comes with more experience. That experience — along with the increased mileage — typically means higher costs than with local relocations.

When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Butte?

Moving companies in Butte are usually slower in November and December due to the holidays and kids being in school, so you can negotiate with a mover more during those months and save some money.

What are the cheapest ways to move out of Butte?

DIY moving will always be cheaper, especially when moving within 50 miles of Butte. The cheapest options for moving out of Butte are usually renting a moving truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. We’ve also got a helpful guide if you’re looking for the cheapest ways to move out of state.