($635+) Portland, OR to Billings, MT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Portland, OR to Billings, MT

For the 890-mile move from Portland, Oregon, to Billings, Montana, full-service movers cost between $2,272 and $9,732. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $344 - $2,296 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Portland generally start around $278 plus $130 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,272 - $5,525
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,982 - $6,717
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,620 - $9,732

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 Billings.

Specialty moving services from Portland, OR to Billings, MT

Specialty needs vary by market — 83% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Billings, 60% of movers offer the same service.

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

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, OR to Billings, MT

Moving containers from Portland, Oregon, to Billings, Montana, cost between $1,151 and $3,871. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Portland runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,151 - $2,193
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,450 - $3,105
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,071 - $3,871

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $86 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $172 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $804 in Portland, OR, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Billings, MT, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Portland to Billings?

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, OR to Billings, MT

A rental truck for this 890-mile move from Portland, Oregon, to Billings, Montana, costs between $654 and $1,767. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $325 - $372
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.19

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $654 - $1,164
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $706 - $1,369
• 4+ bedrooms: $859 - $1,767

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $325 - $372 for the 890-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Portland, Oregon, for about 5 hours typically costs around $804.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 890-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $172 per night, adding $344 - $517 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $57 and $344.

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

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, OR to Billings, MT

For larger DIY moves from Portland, Oregon, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Billings, Montana.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,160 and $2,484.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $995 - $1,916
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,160 - $2,484
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,544 - $3,191

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Portland, Oregon, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $804.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $86 - $172 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 Portland to Billings?

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. Inland Company (4.76/5 stars): Inland Company 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, OR vs Billings, MT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Billings, 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.