Bellingham, WA → Silver Spring, MD · Cross-country move

Movers from Bellingham to Silver Spring

About 2,742 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,800–$13,090, delivery in 7–14 days, 97 carriers on the Bellingham side and 813 in Silver Spring.

2,742 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,800–$13,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bellingham, Washington
To: Silver Spring, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 2,742 miles (2,324 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 97 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 813 (494 interstate)

Reverse: Silver Spring → Bellingham

Moving from Bellingham to Silver Spring is a cross-country move of roughly 2,742 road miles, heading east from Washington to Maryland.

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 $8,800 to $13,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 47 hours (6 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 813 around Silver Spring (494 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 Silver Spring.

Bellingham has a population of about 95,000 and Silver Spring about 82,000. Silver Spring is the denser city (10,277 people per square mile versus 3,244 in Bellingham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Maryland does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bellingham to Silver Spring

Full-service estimate for 2,742 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,240
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,280	$6,440	$7,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,800	$10,730	$13,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,080	$17,170	$20,950
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,360	$23,610	$28,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,870–$5,460

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

Portable container

$3,470–$5,100

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

Full-service mover

$8,800–$13,090

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

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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 Silver Spring (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ritter Transport INC

USDOT: 436004
MC: 239770
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (480) 485-5862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 388638
MC: 208997
Based in: Temple Hills, MD 20748 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 899-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308320
MC: 1053236
Based in: Beltsville, MD 20705 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 6903
MC: 1664339
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (480) 582-2760 Route Verify on FMCSA

B Von Paris & Sons INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 88613
MC: 42334
Based in: Savage, MD 20763 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (410) 888-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 813 movers in Silver Spring

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Silver Spring accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bellingham to Silver Spring?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,520 to $5,240 for a studio, $5,280 to $7,860 for a one-bedroom, $8,800 to $13,090 for a two-bedroom, $14,080 to $20,950 for a three-bedroom and $19,360 to $28,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Silver Spring from Bellingham?

About 2,742 road miles (2,324 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Maryland 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 Silver Spring?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,870 to $5,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,470 to $5,100. 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–Silver Spring corridor.