($1,140+) Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,877-mile move from Detroit, Michigan, to Missoula, Montana, with prices running from $2,507 - $11,501. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $301 - $2,008 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Detroit and Missoula are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Detroit movers tend to run around $248 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,507 - $5,295
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,386 - $7,134
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,520 - $11,501

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 Detroit to Missoula.

Specialty moving services from Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Detroit movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Missoula, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Detroit to Missoula?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT

Moving containers from Detroit, Michigan, to Missoula, Montana, cost between $1,511 and $5,502. 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 Missoula. If you go over that window, storage in Detroit adds around $85/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Detroit to Missoula:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,511 - $2,947
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,933 - $3,883
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,617 - $5,502

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Detroit, MI and Missoula, MT. 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 $703 in Detroit, MI, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $75 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $151 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 Detroit to Missoula?

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 Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT

A rental truck for this 1,877-mile move from Detroit, Michigan, to Missoula, Montana, costs between $1,151 and $3,104. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $600 - $685
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Detroit daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Detroit to Missoula based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,151 - $2,173
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,210 - $2,461
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,435 - $3,104

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 $75 and $351.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $151.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $600 and $685 for the 1,877-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 $703 for 2 movers in Detroit, Michigan, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Detroit to Missoula?

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 Detroit, MI to Missoula, MT

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Detroit, Michigan, to Missoula, Montana, 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 $1,530 and $3,336.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,457 - $2,600
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,530 - $3,336
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,246 - $4,402

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $75 - $151 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Detroit, Michigan, typically costs $703.

What are the best freight companies from Detroit to Missoula?

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. XPO Logistics Freight, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): XPO Logistics Freight, Inc. 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: Detroit, MI vs Missoula, MT

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