Bellingham, WA → Coronado, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Bellingham to Coronado

About 1,352 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,600–$9,810, delivery in 3–7 days, 97 carriers on the Bellingham side and 193 in Coronado.

1,352 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,600–$9,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bellingham, Washington
To: Coronado, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,352 miles (1,146 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 97 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 193 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Coronado → Bellingham

Moving from Bellingham to Coronado is a long-distance move of roughly 1,352 road miles, heading south from Washington to California.

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 $6,600 to $9,810 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 Bellingham side there are 97 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 193 around Coronado (66 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 Coronado.

Bellingham has a population of about 95,000 and Coronado about 21,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,244 and 2,587 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bellingham to Coronado

Full-service estimate for 1,352 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,960	$4,830	$5,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,600	$8,040	$9,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,550	$12,870	$15,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,510	$17,690	$21,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,990–$2,810

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,270

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

Full-service mover

$6,600–$9,810

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 Bellingham (origin)

Dulay Holding Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1568244
MC: 454925
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (360) 734-6755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2209719
MC: 837772
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (360) 988-1631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nw Shippers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nw Shippers INC

USDOT: 1202083
MC: 518919
Based in: Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (360) 384-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swans Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 368177
MC: 438612
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (360) 734-0540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 8277
MC: 134512
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (360) 733-4232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farm Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005730
MC: 755646
Based in: Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 305-5148 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crabtree Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brent Crabtree

USDOT: 957886
MC: 1336108
Based in: Everson, WA 98247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (360) 820-9085 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On Time Transportation INC

USDOT: 2568146
MC: 897110
Based in: Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (650) 777-7207 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 97 movers in Bellingham

Near Coronado (destination)

Mat Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mat Parcel Express INC

USDOT: 927424
MC: 400335
Based in: San Diego, CA 92110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (619) 849-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT: 3312065
MC: 1052279
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zipity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476079
MC: 1145709
Based in: Coronado, CA 92118 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (949) 929-4199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Direct & Export Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3208894
MC: 1072778
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 638-0473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Id Enterprise INC

USDOT: 2771974
MC: 1160494
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91911 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 244-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jesse Fernando Leal Rivera

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jessie Fernando Leal Rivera

USDOT: 3804829
MC: 1370841
Based in: San Ysidro, CA 92173 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (619) 862-1508 Route Verify on FMCSA

National City Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: National City Transfer & Storage Co INC

USDOT: 56567
MC: 66993
Based in: National City, CA 91950 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (619) 477-2774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynapack Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3144828
MC: 101534
Based in: Chula Vista, CA 91910 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (619) 962-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 193 movers in Coronado

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bellingham to Coronado?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,960 to $5,890 for a one-bedroom, $6,600 to $9,810 for a two-bedroom, $10,550 to $15,700 for a three-bedroom and $14,510 to $21,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coronado from Bellingham?

About 1,352 road miles (1,146 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 Washington into California 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 Bellingham to Coronado?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,990 to $2,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,270. 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 Bellingham–Coronado corridor.