Bellingham, WA → Port Angeles, WA · Short-haul move

Movers from Bellingham to Port Angeles

About 74 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,570–$2,330, delivery in 1–2 days, 97 carriers on the Bellingham side and 11 in Port Angeles.

74 miroad distance
1 h 59 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,570–$2,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bellingham, Washington
To: Port Angeles, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 74 miles (63 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 59 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Washington)
Movers at origin: 97 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Port Angeles → Bellingham

Port Angeles sits about 74 miles southwest of Bellingham, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 59 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,570 and $2,330, before packing or storage.

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 11 around Port Angeles (2 interstate). For an in-state 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 Port Angeles.

Bellingham has a population of about 95,000 and Port Angeles about 20,000. Bellingham is considerably denser (3,244 people per square mile versus 1,864), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Bellingham to Port Angeles

Full-service estimate for 74 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$880	$1,080	$1,310
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,000	$1,230	$1,500
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,570	$1,910	$2,330
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,360	$2,880	$3,520
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,450	$4,210	$5,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$320

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,600

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

Full-service mover

$1,570–$2,330

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

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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

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Near Port Angeles (destination)

Puget Sound Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jayhawk Enterprises INC

USDOT: 430203
MC: 1591731
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 452-2327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derma Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dustin Derma

USDOT: 2394621
MC: 56274
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 417-8195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sassone Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Francesco Sassone

USDOT: 2488308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 797-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Warehouse LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3555308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (360) 460-4746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amazing Movers 360 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3236584
MC: 1113801
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98363 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

Saa

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Paul M Creech Pianos And Music Academy

USDOT: 2350296
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 681-8187 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Elite INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2376917
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 912-0224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Owner

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Glavin Moving Company

USDOT: 2486455
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 809-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Port Angeles

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Bellingham and Port Angeles is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Port Angeles with daylight to spare.
Check Washington intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bellingham to Port Angeles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $880 to $1,310 for a studio, $1,000 to $1,500 for a one-bedroom, $1,570 to $2,330 for a two-bedroom, $2,360 to $3,520 for a three-bedroom and $3,450 to $5,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Port Angeles from Bellingham?

About 74 road miles (63 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Bellingham and Port Angeles are in Washington, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bellingham to Port Angeles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,600. 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–Port Angeles corridor.