Moving from Portland, OR to New York, NY
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,878 miles usually costs $4,250–$7,100, or $5,250–$8,800 in summer. 41 licensed movers are based in Portland and 21 in New York.
What it costs, by home size
| Home | Typical weight | Usual cost | In summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1,800 lb | 1,800 lb | $2,450–$4,050 | $3,000–$5,050 |
| 1 bedroom2,800 lb | 2,800 lb | $3,100–$5,200 | $3,850–$6,400 |
| 2 bedrooms5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | $4,250–$7,100 | $5,250–$8,800 |
| 3 bedrooms7,500 lb | 7,500 lb | $5,300–$8,850 | $6,550–$11,000 |
| 4 bedrooms10,000 lb | 10,000 lb | $6,200–$10,350 | $7,700–$12,850 |
| 5+ bedrooms13,000 lb | 13,000 lb | $7,150–$11,950 | $8,850–$14,800 |
A model, not a quote: weight and distance, adjusted for season, fitted to published 2026 cost tables. Packing, stairs and specialty items add to these. How we model costs.
Licensed movers based in Portland
See all 90 in OregonEach holds active federal carrier authority with cargo insurance on file. Tick up to three to get quotes.
Portland, OR · USDOT 3181409
8 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2018
Portland, OR · USDOT 9094160
8 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2026
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Questions about moving from Portland to New York
How much does it cost to move from Portland to New York?
In our model a 2-bedroom move usually costs $4,250–$7,100, mid-month outside summer. A studio runs about $2,450–$4,050 and a 4-bedroom about $6,200–$10,350. Only a mover's written estimate is a price.
How far is Portland from New York by road?
About 2,878 miles. That is estimated from the straight-line distance between the two cities; a mover's estimate uses the actual route.
Does a mover need a federal license to move me from Portland to New York?
Yes. The move crosses a state line, so the mover needs active interstate authority from the FMCSA under a USDOT number. Each mover listed here shows its authority and insurance status from FMCSA's files.
When is it cheapest to move from Portland to New York?
Outside June to August, and away from the last days of a month. In our model a summer move costs about 24% more, and the end of a month about 9% more.
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