($1,086+) Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK Movers

Full-service moving costs from Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,682-mile move from Portland, Maine, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, with prices running from $2,647 - $12,430. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $304 - $2,024 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Portland and Tulsa 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 Tulsa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,647 - $6,155
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,606 - $8,466
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,399 - $12,430

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 Tulsa.

Specialty moving services from Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market — 78% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Tulsa?

Oklahoma Trucking Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Oklahoma, on top of the picks below.

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 Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Portland, Maine, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,556 and $5,278. 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 Tulsa. If you go over that window, storage in Portland adds around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Portland to Tulsa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,556 - $2,757
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,910 - $4,138
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,552 - $5,278

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Portland, ME and Tulsa, OK. 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 $708 in Portland, ME, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $76 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $152 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 Portland to Tulsa?

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 Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,682 miles from Portland, Maine, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, running $1,045 - $3,007. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $542 - $619
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Portland to Tulsa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,045 - $2,067
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,095 - $2,410
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,353 - $3,007

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Portland, Maine, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $708.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $542 - $619 for the 1,682-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $61 and $329, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $152 per night for hotel stops on the 1,682-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $304 - $455.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Tulsa?

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 Portland, ME to Tulsa, OK

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Portland, Maine, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,638 and $3,278.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,358 - $2,455
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,638 - $3,278
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,042 - $4,352

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $76 and $152.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Portland, Maine, for roughly five hours typically average $708.

What are the best freight companies from Portland to Tulsa?

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. 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.

Cost of living: Portland, ME vs Tulsa, OK

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