($1,189+) Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK

Full-service movers for the 2,001-mile relocation from Tacoma, Washington, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $2,797 and $12,162. 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 - $2,156, 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 Tacoma typically charge a base rate around $316 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,797 - $6,153
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,636 - $8,319
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,954 - $12,162

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 Tacoma to Tulsa.

Specialty moving services from Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Tacoma movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tulsa, 43% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Oklahoma Trucking Association, the group most Oklahoma movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Tacoma, Washington, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,639 and $5,830. 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 Tacoma typically costs about $110/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,639 - $3,083
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,977 - $3,985
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,737 - $5,830

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $81 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $162 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 $755 in Tacoma, WA, 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 Tulsa, OK, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Tacoma to Tulsa?

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 Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK

Plan on $1,189 - $3,182 for a rental moving truck on the 2,001-mile route from Tacoma, Washington, to Tulsa, Oklahoma. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $686 - $784
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Tacoma daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,189 - $2,161
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,201 - $2,573
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,531 - $3,182

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 $81 and $377.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $162.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $686 and $784 for the 2,001-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 $755 for 2 movers in Tacoma, Washington, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tacoma to Tulsa?

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 Tacoma, WA to Tulsa, OK

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tacoma, Washington, to Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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 $970 and $3,423.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,433 - $2,559
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,583 - $3,423
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,167 - $4,528

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tacoma, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $755.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $81 - $162 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 Tacoma to Tulsa?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Tacoma, WA vs Tulsa, OK

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

The 2,001-mile move from Tacoma, WA, to Tulsa, OK, costs between $2,797 and $12,162 with full-service movers, $1,639 - $5,830 with a moving container, and $1,189 - $3,182 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,636 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Imperial and Hilti.