Moving from San Francisco to Portland: 2026 Cost & Time
635 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$2,200–$3,275
Distance
635 mi
Drive time
~10 hrs
Typical transit
2–5 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
Bay Area to Portland is a steady I-5 lifestyle-relocation lane. Two-way West Coast volume keeps it competitive; a two-day dedicated run is common, so delivery waits are short on this route.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050 | $1,275 | $1,550 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 | $1,700 | $2,075 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,200 | $2,675 | $3,275 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,175 | $3,875 | $4,725 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,400 | $5,375 | $6,550 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $5,350 | $6,525 | $7,950 |
What affects your San Francisco → Portland cost
- Around 635 miles, San Francisco to Portland sits in the middle per-mile tier, so distance and home size pull on the price about equally.
- Flexibility on your pickup or delivery window gives carriers room to consolidate your load, which usually trims the price.
- Your exact inventory is what shifts a range into a firm quote, which is why we show a range and the mover confirms it after a walkthrough.
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San Francisco to Portland moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from San Francisco to Portland typically costs $2,200–$3,275 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $5,350–$7,950.
The route is about 635 miles (~10 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 2–5 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (CA to OR), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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