($1,784+) Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 3,087-mile move from Orlando, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, with costs ranging from $2,582 - $12,112. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $338 - $2,256. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Orlando and Tacoma. Local movers in Orlando typically start around $188 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,582 - $5,748
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,012 - $8,056
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,400 - $12,112

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 Orlando to Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Orlando movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tacoma, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to Tacoma?

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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 Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $2,229 and $7,499. 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 Tacoma. If you go over that window, storage in Orlando adds around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Orlando to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,229 - $4,061
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,727 - $5,889
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,692 - $7,499

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Orlando, FL and Tacoma, WA. 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 $790 in Orlando, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $85 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $169 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 Orlando to Tacoma?

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 Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA

Truck rentals from Orlando, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, range from $1,818 - $5,110 for the 3,087-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,108 - $1,266
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Orlando daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Orlando to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,818 - $3,361
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,838 - $4,041
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,443 - $5,110

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 $85 and $395.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $169.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,108 and $1,266 for the 3,087-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 $790 for 2 movers in Orlando, Florida, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando to Tacoma?

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 Orlando, FL to Tacoma, WA

If you're moving a larger household from Orlando, Florida, 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 Tacoma, Washington.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $2,226 and $4,757.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,968 - $3,728
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,226 - $4,757
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,167 - $5,999

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 $85 - $169 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Orlando, Florida, for about five hours typically runs $790.

What are the best freight companies from Orlando to Tacoma?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. A.R. Paquette & Co, Inc. (4.38/5 stars): A.R. Paquette & Co, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Orlando, FL vs Tacoma, WA

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