Interstate move≈ 140 mi
Interstate move
Seattle, WA to Portland, OR movers
Get a free quote for your move from Seattle, Washington to Portland, Oregon, planned around your route, schedule and needs.
From
Seattle, WA
Washington
≈ 140 mi
Straight-line distance
To
Portland, OR
Oregon
- Interstate move
- Free, no-obligation quote
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Route guide
Moving from Seattle to Portland
Seattle and Portland are close neighbors on I-5, and people move south for Portland's neighborhoods and pace, for work, or to be near family. The roughly 170-mile drive passes Tacoma and Olympia and crosses the Columbia River into Oregon, which makes it an interstate move even though it's shorter than many moves within one state.
- Driving distance
- About 170 miles by road
- Main highways
- I-5
- Straight-line distance
- ≈ 140 mi
- Move type
- Interstate move
Planning tips
Tips for your Seattle to Portland move
A few things worth planning early on this route.
- 01
Plan for Northwest rain
From fall through spring, rain is common in both Seattle and Portland. Put mats or old towels at the door, cover mattresses and keep boxes off wet ground.
- 02
Allow for I-5 slowdowns
I-5 traffic often slows through Tacoma, near Joint Base Lewis-McChord and at the Interstate Bridge over the Columbia River. Building some slack into moving day helps.
- 03
Shop after the move
Oregon has no general sales tax, unlike Washington. If you're planning to replace furniture or appliances, buying them after you arrive in Portland can make sense, and it leaves less to move.
How it works
A simple moving process, start to finish
Four clear steps from your first quote to the moment your last box arrives.
- 1
Tell us about your move
Share where you're moving from and to, your preferred date and a few details about what you're moving.
- 2
Get your moving quote
We review your details and give you options based on your route, services and requirements.
- 3
Plan & schedule
Once you're ready, we confirm the details, schedule your move and help you prepare for moving day.
- 4
Pickup, transport & delivery
Your belongings are prepared, picked up and delivered according to the plan for your move.
FAQ
Seattle to Portland moving FAQ
Common questions about this route.
It's about 170 miles by road on I-5, crossing the Columbia River into Oregon on the Interstate Bridge. Your exact addresses at both ends set the final distance on your quote.
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