($1,571+) Olympia, WA to Albany, NY Movers
Moving from Olympia, WA, to Albany, NY, runs anywhere from $1,571 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $14,503 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,898 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 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 $2,942, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $14,503 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,949 - $7,294, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,571 - $4,279.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Olympia, WA, to Albany, NY. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,799 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 Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
There are 3 main ways to move from Olympia to Albany: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $4,799 - $9,177. Moving containers run about 48% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 66% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 7 to 21 days for this 2,898-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,898-mile route from Olympia to Albany, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,942 - $6,682 | $1,949 - $3,684 | $1,571 - $3,049 | $1,701 - $3,383 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $4,799 - $9,177 | $2,478 - $5,078 | $1,651 - $3,739 | $2,043 - $4,358 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $8,599 - $14,503 | $3,560 - $7,294 | $2,110 - $4,279 | $2,653 - $6,067 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
Full-service movers for the 2,898-mile relocation from Olympia, Washington, to Albany, New York, cost between $2,942 and $14,503. 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 $320 - $2,136, 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 Olympia typically charge a base rate around $296 plus $133 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Olympia to Albany:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,942 - $6,682
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,799 - $9,177
- 4+ bedrooms: $8,599 - $14,503
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 Olympia to Albany.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Albany, 59% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing75% of local movers | $534 - $5,340 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready65% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. | $214 - $1,282/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $320 - $2,563 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs56% of local movers | $1,068 - $3,204 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,670 - $10,680 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $800 - $1,520 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Mountain Moving & Storage | $1,068 - $2,670 |
| Piano | Any piano type41% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $854 - $3,738 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling8% of local movers | $320 - $1,602 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect12% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $694 - $2,136 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $320 - $16,020+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $320 - $3,738+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Olympia to Albany?
Movers licensed to operate in New York are typically members of the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Olympia, WA. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Albany, New York, cost between $1,949 and $7,294. 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 Albany. If you go over that window, storage in Olympia adds around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Olympia to Albany:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,949 - $3,684
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,478 - $5,078
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,560 - $7,294
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $80 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $160 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Albany, NY, 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 $748 in Olympia, WA. 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 Washington to New York 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 $1,949. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $2,478 - $5,078.
What are the best moving containers Olympia to Albany?
- 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 Olympia 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 Olympia:
- All Ready Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 22 years in business
- Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. (4.7/5), 123 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 8 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
A rental truck for this 2,898-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Albany, New York, costs between $1,571 and $4,279. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $985 - $1,125
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59
| 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 Olympia to Albany based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,571 - $3,049
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,651 - $3,739
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,110 - $4,279
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $1,571 - $4,279 when pricing out a rental truck from Olympia to Albany. Fuel alone runs $985 - $1,125, and overnight lodging ($160/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Olympia, Washington, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $748.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $985 - $1,125 for the 2,898-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 $64 and $347, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $160 per night for hotel stops on the 2,898-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $320 - $481.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Albany?
- 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 Olympia, WA to Albany, NY
For larger DIY moves from Olympia, Washington, 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 Albany, New York.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,043 and $4,358.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Olympia to Albany:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,701 - $3,383
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,043 - $4,358
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,653 - $6,067
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Olympia, Washington, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $748.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $80 and $160 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Albany?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Olympia to Albany. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Olympia, WA vs Albany, NY
Day-to-day costs in Albany are close to what you're used to in Olympia: cost of living index of 99 versus 112, with average rent of $1,450/mo compared to $1,895/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 39/100 and 62.25/100 in Olympia versus 65/100 and 49.65/100 in Albany.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Albany, NY to Olympia, WA guide.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Olympia, WA, to Albany, NY, 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 $2,942 - $14,503 on the 2,898-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,949 - $7,294 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,571 - $4,279 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,799 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 The Research Foundation for SUNY and Equinox.
FAQs: Moving from Olympia, WA, to Albany, NY
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Olympia, WA to Albany, NY?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
Is Albany a safe place to live?
Albany has a safety index of 49.65 out of 100 and a crime index of 10.0, compared to 62.25 and 27.95 in Olympia. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
How walkable is Albany?
Albany has a walkability score of 65 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 55, compared to 39 and 59 in Olympia. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What are the best neighborhoods in Albany?
For families, Center Square, Helderberg, and Melrose are worth a look in Albany. If you're moving solo or without kids, Center Square, Hudson Park, and Park South tend to be popular picks instead.
How do I know a mover is licensed in New York?
New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations.
What percentage of Olympia movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 41% of movers in Olympia handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.