Bakersfield, CA → Spokane, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bakersfield to Spokane

About 1,009 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,570–$8,290, delivery in 3–7 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 130 in Spokane.

1,009 miroad distance
18 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,570–$8,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bakersfield, California
To: Spokane, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 1,009 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination: 130 (86 interstate)

Reverse: Spokane → Bakersfield

Moving from Bakersfield to Spokane is a long-distance move of roughly 1,009 road miles, heading north from California to Washington.

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 $5,570 to $8,290 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 18 h 6 min.

On the Bakersfield side there are 270 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (144 of them authorized for interstate work), and 130 around Spokane (86 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 Spokane.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and Spokane about 230,783. The two cities have comparable density (2,693 and 3,328 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Washington than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to Spokane

Full-service estimate for 1,009 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,340	$4,080	$4,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,570	$6,800	$8,290
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,920	$10,880	$13,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,260	$14,950	$18,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$5,570–$8,290

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 Bakersfield (origin)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Near Spokane (destination)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Urm Stores INC

USDOT: 13196
MC: 237366
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 704-7117 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415434
MC: 849181
Based in: Spokane, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 203-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Restoration Operating INC

USDOT: 4013800
MC: 1512023
Based in: Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 293-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ngk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2509534
MC: 559090
Based in: Spokane, WA 99224 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 501-3088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1970117
MC: 817483
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 489-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2380414
MC: 817510
Based in: Spokane, WA 99208 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 321-4311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1976998
MC: 699121
Based in: Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 535-7483 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2179825
MC: 756919
Based in: Spokane, WA 99202 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 686-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 130 movers in Spokane

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Spokane if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield to Spokane?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,230 to $3,320 for a studio, $3,340 to $4,980 for a one-bedroom, $5,570 to $8,290 for a two-bedroom, $8,920 to $13,270 for a three-bedroom and $12,260 to $18,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Spokane from Bakersfield?

About 1,009 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 6 min.

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 California 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 Bakersfield to Spokane?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Bakersfield–Spokane corridor.