($1,302+) Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA

Full-service movers for the 2,290-mile relocation from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $2,573 and $11,716. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $289 - $1,928, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Indianapolis typically charge a base rate around $245 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,573 - $5,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,397 - $7,426
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,850 - $11,716

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 Indianapolis to Olympia.

Specialty moving services from Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Indianapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Olympia, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Indianapolis to Olympia?

Movers licensed to operate in Washington are typically members of the Washington Movers Conference, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA

Moving containers from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,759 and $6,522. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Indianapolis typically runs around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Indianapolis to Olympia:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,759 - $3,360
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,394 - $4,572
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,130 - $6,522

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $72 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $145 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Olympia, WA, 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 $675 in Indianapolis, IN. 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.

What are the best moving containers Indianapolis to Olympia?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA

A rental truck for this 2,290-mile move from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Olympia, Washington, costs between $1,288 and $3,899. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $702 - $803
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Indianapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Indianapolis to Olympia based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,288 - $2,725
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,408 - $3,211
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,908 - $3,899

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 $72 and $337.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $145.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $702 and $803 for the 2,290-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 $675 for 2 movers in Indianapolis, Indiana, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Indianapolis to Olympia?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Olympia, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Olympia, Washington. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $868 and $4,043.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,616 - $3,178
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,766 - $4,043
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,428 - $5,217

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Indianapolis, Indiana, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $675.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $72 and $145 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Indianapolis to Olympia?

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.
3. Sysco Indianapolis, LLC (4.54/5 stars): Sysco Indianapolis, LLC 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.

Cost of living: Indianapolis, IN vs Olympia, WA

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