($1,383+) Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI

Full-service movers for the 2,289-mile relocation from Seattle, Washington, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $2,990 and $14,435. 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 $412 - $2,744, 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 Seattle typically charge a base rate around $260 plus $141 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Seattle to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,990 - $6,616
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,238 - $9,248
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,959 - $14,435

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 Seattle to Ann Arbor.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Ann Arbor, 88% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Seattle to Ann Arbor?

Movers licensed to operate in Michigan are typically members of the Michigan Movers Association, 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 Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $1,795 and $6,652. 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 Seattle typically costs about $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Seattle to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,795 - $3,531
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,417 - $4,620
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,130 - $6,652

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Seattle, WA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $960, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $103 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $206 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Seattle, WA, and Ann Arbor, MI, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Seattle to Ann Arbor?

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 Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,289 miles from Seattle, Washington, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, running $1,302 - $3,632. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $999 - $1,142
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Seattle to Ann Arbor based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,302 - $2,646
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,423 - $3,211
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,778 - $3,632

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $999 - $1,142 for the 2,289-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 Seattle, Washington, for about 5 hours typically costs around $960.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,289-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $206 per night, adding $412 - $617 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $69 and $412.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Seattle to Ann Arbor?

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 Seattle, WA to Ann Arbor, MI

If you're moving a larger household from Seattle, Washington, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,952 and $3,773.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Seattle to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,680 - $2,962
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,952 - $3,773
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,683 - $4,956

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Seattle, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $960.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $103 - $206 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 Seattle to Ann Arbor?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Ann Arbor, MI

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