The Best Long-Distance Movers in Portland, TN
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Motivated Movers, Inc.
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Safeway Moving
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Flex Moving & Storage
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MiniMoves
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PODS
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Flex Moving & Storage
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U-Haul Truck Rental
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Best long-distance movers in Portland for those moving out of state
If you're moving out of Portland and heading beyond Tennessee'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
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- GPS tracking en route
- Veteran-owned
- Dedicated move coordinator
- Flat-rate pricing
- Donates a portion of moves to charity
- Experienced & fully trained moving crews
- Specializes in moving art & antiques
- Competitive pricing
- Can handle last-minute moves
- Climate-controlled storage
- Custom crates for electronics & art
- Satellite shipment tracking
- 1,500 local agents covering all 50 states
- Self-packing option
- No deposit required
- Fragile packing
- Storage options
- 24/7 shipment tracking
- Quick & efficient
- Accurate quotes
- 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
Best long-distance movers in Portland for those staying in state
Moves that stay within Tennessee can still be considered long-distance if you’re covering serious ground from Portland. Even without crossing state lines, the distance can make a big difference in planning.
For longer in-state relocations, it’s best to choose from the best long-distance moving companies.
Here are our top-rated moving companies in Portland, TN:
Flex Moving & Storage: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Motivated Movers, Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Tri-Star Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Good Guys Moving & Delivery : 4.56 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Bellhop Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
Company Info
Years in Business: 3
DOT #: 3610638
Alternate Names: Flex Storage Inc
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Storage
- Pay by cash
- Pay by credit card
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Antiques
- Crating
- Storage
- Safes
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
Years in Business: 6
DOT #: 3116524
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Crating
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Safes
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
Pricing: $130/hr
Years in Business: 12
DOT #: 1906318
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Storage
- Pay by credit card
Company Info
Years in Business: 26
DOT #: 902281
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- International moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Antiques
- Crating
- Storage
- Safes
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
Company Info
Years in Business: 12
DOT #: 2878240
Alternate Names: Bellhop Moving Services
Services Offered
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Storage
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
Moving services available in Portland
Specialty moving services like piano transport, antiques handling, and climate-controlled storage aren’t always offered everywhere. The table below shows how many movers in Portland provide these add-ons compared to state and national providers. This helps you quickly spot whether local, statewide, or national companies are your best bet for the services you need.
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Custom-built crates
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Top Portland custom crating movers
Antiques handling
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Top Portland antique movers
Piano loading & unloading
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Fragile-only packing
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Best long-distance movers in Portland, TN, for small moves
Many full-service moving companies have shipment minimums that smaller moves just can’t meet. If you’re only relocating a few items, that can quickly limit your options.
Don’t fret — some movers are built for just this kind of job. These companies specialize in small moves, making them a great fit if you're moving out of Portland with only a studio’s worth of stuff or a handful of belongings.
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Moving containers for long-distance moves in Portland, TN
If you're moving from Portland and want more control over your schedule, moving containers are a smart choice. You take care of the packing and loading on your own time, and the container company manages storage and delivery to your next home.
Below are our recommended container movers for long-distance relocations from Portland:
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Rental trucks in Portland, TN for a total DIY long-distance move
Rental trucks are often the cheapest way to move long-distance from Portland, but also require the most work. You do everything yourself — from boxing up your belongings to loading, driving the whole way, and unloading on your own. Costs can increase dramatically when you add on mileage fees, tolls, and gas though so make sure this option really is cheaper for your move before making a final decision.
Here are our favorite rental truck companies for long-distance moves:
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Labor-only moving companies in Portland, TN
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 Portland, TN:
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Comparing the best long-distance movers in Portland, TN
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How we chose the best long-distance movers in Portland, TN
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 Portland, TN
The average cost for professional movers in Tennessee is $124 per hour, but even the best interstate moving companies need more information about the distance and size of your move to give you a moving quote.
Here’s the average long-distance move cost from Portland, TN to popular cities:
| Destination | Distance | Home size | Cost |
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| Las Vegas, NV | 1,829 miles | 3 bedroom | $4,630 - $7,282 |
| Manchester, NH | 1,158 miles | 2 bedroom | $2,836 - $5,617 |
| Cheyenne, WY | 1,203 miles | 1 bedroom | $2,555 - $4,822 |
To get an accurate estimate of the cost for your long-distance move out of Portland, use our moving cost calculator. And, be sure to check out our detailed post about moving costs in Tennessee.
FAQs
What else should you know about moving out of state?
Any company helping with your out-of-state move from Tennessee must be licensed and have a registered USDOT number. All Portland movers featured here are fully compliant, but it’s always smart to double-check using the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s database.
You should also read through the FMCSA’s Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move to understand your protections.
Is it better to use local or national movers to relocate from Portland?
There are 10 movers in Portland, which puts you in a good spot: enough options to weigh service and pricing, but not so many that the search becomes overwhelming. Across Tennessee, you’ll find 61 movers. To simplify the process, we’ve spotlighted the best local moving companies.
For cross-state or cross-country moves, Safeway Moving consistently stands out as the most reliable partner.
Which groups can get moving discounts in Portland?
Some moving companies in Portland reward specific communities with reduced prices: 2 movers provide financial breaks for active duty or retired military. 2 companies extend discounts to older adults.
Exact discount amounts and requirements differ by company, so always ask about eligibility when requesting a quote.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Portland?
Moving companies in Portland 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 Portland?
DIY moving will always be cheaper, especially when moving within 50 miles of Portland. The cheapest options for moving out of Portland 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.
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