($1,394+) Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA

Hiring full-service movers from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Tacoma, Washington, costs between $2,474 and $12,427. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,376-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $306 - $2,040, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Cincinnati and Tacoma. For a rough baseline, movers based in Cincinnati tend to start around $250 plus $120/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,474 - $6,051
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,726 - $7,571
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,585 - $12,427

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 Cincinnati to Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Cincinnati movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tacoma, 57% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $1,822 and $6,645. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Cincinnati typically costs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,822 - $3,288
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,316 - $4,757
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,185 - $6,645

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Tacoma, 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 $714 in Cincinnati, OH. 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA

Renting a moving truck for the 2,376-mile move from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Tacoma, Washington, costs between $1,394 and $3,634, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $771 - $881
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Cincinnati daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,394 - $2,567
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,423 - $3,025
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,833 - $3,634

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 $77 and $357.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $153.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $771 and $881 for the 2,376-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 $714 for 2 movers in Cincinnati, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati, OH to Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Tacoma, 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 $918 and $3,806.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,547 - $3,109
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,889 - $3,806
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,498 - $4,811

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Cincinnati, Ohio, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $714.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $77 - $153 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Cincinnati to Tacoma?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Cincinnati, OH 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 Cincinnati 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Cincinnati, OH, to Tacoma, WA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,474 - $12,427 on the 2,376-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,822 - $6,645 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,394 - $3,634 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,726 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Joint Base Lewis-McChord and MultiCare Health System.