($1,313+) Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT Movers
Moving from Philadelphia, PA, to Missoula, MT, runs anywhere from $1,451 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $12,359 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,346 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 18 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,599, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $12,359 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,854 - $6,748, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,451 - $3,781.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Philadelphia, PA, to Missoula, MT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,794 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
Moving options from Philadelphia to Missoula fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $3,794 - $7,612 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 2,346-mile route typically takes 7 to 18 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,346-mile route from Philadelphia to Missoula, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $2,599 for a studio up to $12,359 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,854 - $6,748 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $1,451 - $3,781, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,620 - $5,293, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
Full-service movers for the 2,346-mile relocation from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Missoula, Montana, cost between $2,599 and $12,359. 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 $323 - $2,152, 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 Philadelphia typically charge a base rate around $282 plus $130 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Philadelphia to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,599 - $5,955
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,794 - $7,612
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,787 - $12,359
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 Philadelphia to Missoula.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Pennsylvania to Montana. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
Specialty needs vary by market — 90% of Philadelphia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Missoula, 100% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing97% of local movers | $538 - $5,380 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready90% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Gentle Giant Moving Company | $215 - $1,291/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $323 - $2,582 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage36% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs39% of local movers | $1,076 - $3,228 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,690 - $10,760 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $806 - $1,531 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items59% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Nicky's Moving & Storage | $1,076 - $2,690 |
| Piano | Any piano type75% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Gentle Giant Moving Company | $861 - $3,766 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling38% of local movers | $323 - $1,614 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect22% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Keep It Moving, LLC | $699 - $2,152 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $323 - $16,140+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $323 - $3,766+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Philadelphia to Missoula?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Philadelphia, PA. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
Moving containers from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Missoula, Montana, cost between $1,854 and $6,748. 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 Philadelphia typically costs about $80/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Philadelphia to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,854 - $3,649
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,425 - $4,781
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,106 - $6,748
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $81 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $161 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Missoula, MT, 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 $753 in Philadelphia, PA. 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Pennsylvania to Montana move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,854. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,425 - $4,781, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Philadelphia to Missoula?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Philadelphia to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Philadelphia:
- Transtar Moving Systems (4.9/5), 64 years in business
- Keep It Moving, LLC (4.2/5), 20 years in business
- Superior Moving & Storage (4.3/5), 45 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
A rental truck for this 2,346-mile move from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Missoula, Montana, costs between $1,451 and $3,781. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $803 - $918
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Philadelphia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia to Missoula based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,451 - $2,671
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,435 - $3,306
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,888 - $3,781
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $1,451 - $3,781 does not include fuel ($803 - $918) , lodging ($161/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Philadelphia to Missoula typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $753.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $803 - $918 for the 2,346-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 $65 and $350, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $161 per night for hotel stops on the 2,346-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $323 - $484.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Philadelphia to Missoula?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 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 $1,808 and $3,903.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Philadelphia to Missoula:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,620 - $3,221
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,808 - $3,903
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,485 - $5,293
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $81 - $161 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, typically costs $753.
What are the best freight companies from Philadelphia to Missoula?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
- Pipco Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Pipco Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Philadelphia, PA vs Missoula, MT
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Philadelphia and Missoula to plan around. Cost of living index: 104 vs. 113. Average rent: $1,695/mo vs. $1,322/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 75 vs. 45. Safety index: 33.91 vs. 66.73.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Missoula, MT to Philadelphia, PA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 1 real quotes from Pennsylvania to Montana over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 106 movers in our Pennsylvania network to compare for this 2,346-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 2,346-mile route from Philadelphia, PA, to Missoula, MT, run $2,599 - $12,359 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,854 - $6,748, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,451 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,794, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Walmart AT&T and Target.
FAQs: Moving from Philadelphia, PA, to Missoula, MT
What is the cheapest way to move from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,435 - $3,306. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Philadelphia, PA to Missoula, MT?
Costs on this route range from around $2,599 to $12,359, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,599 and $12,359, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What do local movers charge in Philadelphia?
Local movers based in Philadelphia typically start around $282 as a base rate, plus $130/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Missoula run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Montana?
In Montana, local and intrastate movers need to have a valid Public Service Commission (PSC) number issued by the Montana Department of Transportation (MDOT).
What percentage of Philadelphia movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 75% of movers in Philadelphia handle piano moves, and 59% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
