Bellingham, WA → Waterbury, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Bellingham to Waterbury

About 2,850 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,070–$13,500, delivery in 7–14 days, 97 carriers on the Bellingham side and 170 in Waterbury.

2,850 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,070–$13,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bellingham, Washington
To: Waterbury, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 2,850 miles (2,415 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 97 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 170 (99 interstate)

Reverse: Waterbury → Bellingham

The route from Bellingham, WA to Waterbury, CT covers roughly 2,850 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $9,070 to $13,500 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 49 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 170 around Waterbury (99 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 Waterbury.

Bellingham has a population of about 95,000 and Waterbury about 115,771. The two cities have comparable density (3,244 and 4,014 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Connecticut does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bellingham to Waterbury

Full-service estimate for 2,850 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,440	$6,640	$8,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,070	$11,060	$13,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,520	$17,700	$21,600
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,960	$24,340	$29,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,980–$5,620

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

Portable container

$3,560–$5,240

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

Full-service mover

$9,070–$13,500

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

All 97 movers in Bellingham

Near Waterbury (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Flynn'S Motor Express INC

USDOT: 175772
MC: 153461
Based in: Southington, CT 06489 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 628-6373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Industrial Riggers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27842
MC: 140204
Based in: Waterbury, CT 06704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 573-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 170 movers in Waterbury

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Waterbury 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 Waterbury?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,630 to $5,400 for a studio, $5,440 to $8,100 for a one-bedroom, $9,070 to $13,500 for a two-bedroom, $14,520 to $21,600 for a three-bedroom and $19,960 to $29,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Waterbury from Bellingham?

About 2,850 road miles (2,415 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Connecticut 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 Waterbury?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,980 to $5,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,560 to $5,240. 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–Waterbury corridor.