Seattle, WA

Albuquerque, NM → Seattle, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Albuquerque to Seattle

About 1,396 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,860–$8,710, delivery in 3–7 days, 129 carriers on the Albuquerque side and 1,037 in Seattle.

  • 1,396 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,860–$8,7102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,396 miles (1,183 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
129 (72 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,037 (440 interstate)

Reverse: Seattle → Albuquerque

The route from Albuquerque, NM to Seattle, WA covers roughly 1,396 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $5,860 to $8,710 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Albuquerque side there are 129 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (72 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,037 around Seattle (440 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Seattle.

Albuquerque has a population of about 556,588 and Seattle about 784,777. Seattle is the denser city (8,795 people per square mile versus 3,014 in Albuquerque), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Albuquerque to Seattle

Full-service estimate for 1,396 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,340 $2,860 $3,490
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,510 $4,290 $5,230
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,860 $7,140 $8,710
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,370 $11,430 $13,940
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,890 $15,710 $19,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,030–$2,870

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,270–$3,330

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$5,860–$8,710

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Albuquerque (origin)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2049756
MC
936475
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2907535
MC
978867
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95864
MC
487378
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95947
MC
121026
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2391081
MC
821866
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4490870
MC
1776976
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
337290
MC
169871
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2480299
MC
858314
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

Near Seattle (destination)

Paradigm Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3405034
MC
1096843
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98007 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
103 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3664442
MC
75702336
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98006 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Savanah Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1303168
MC
505582
Based in
Seattle, WA 98108 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
604551
MC
789128
Based in
Renton, WA 98057 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Hansen Bros Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
8257
MC
59073
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98056 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Exselon

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3194560
MC
140641
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98033 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1939713
MC
691642
Based in
Woodinville, WA 98072 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Becker Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3620637
MC
136679
Based in
Tukwila, WA 98168 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 1,037 movers in Seattle

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albuquerque to Seattle?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,340 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,510 to $5,230 for a one-bedroom, $5,860 to $8,710 for a two-bedroom, $9,370 to $13,940 for a three-bedroom and $12,890 to $19,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Seattle from Albuquerque?

About 1,396 road miles (1,183 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from New Mexico into Washington makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Albuquerque to Seattle?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,030 to $2,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,330. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Albuquerque–Seattle corridor.