Birmingham, AL → Walla Walla, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Birmingham to Walla Walla

About 2,204 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,150–$10,640, delivery in 7–14 days, 395 carriers on the Birmingham side and 10 in Walla Walla.

2,204 miroad distance
38 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,150–$10,6402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Birmingham, Alabama
To: Walla Walla, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,204 miles (1,868 straight-line)
Drive time: 38 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 395 (208 interstate)
Movers at destination: 10 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Walla Walla → Birmingham

Walla Walla sits about 2,204 miles northwest of Birmingham, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Washington that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,150 to $10,640 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 38 hours (5 driving days).

On the Birmingham side there are 395 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (208 of them authorized for interstate work), and 10 around Walla Walla (4 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 Walla Walla.

Birmingham has a population of about 195,893 and Walla Walla about 34,000. Walla Walla is the denser city (2,426 people per square mile versus 1,366 in Birmingham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Birmingham to Walla Walla

Full-service estimate for 2,204 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,860	$3,490	$4,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,150	$8,720	$10,640
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,440	$13,950	$17,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,730	$19,180	$23,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,010–$4,260

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

Portable container

$2,990–$4,390

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

Full-service mover

$7,150–$10,640

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Birmingham (origin)

Buddy Moore Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 843883
MC: 370920
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35222 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 359 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (205) 949-2260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dixie Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2263023
MC: 822669
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 117 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 841-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deep South Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tvs INC

USDOT: 273403
MC: 163871
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35204 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 109 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (205) 326-0490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Thrift Stores INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alabama Thrift Stores INC

USDOT: 446588
MC: 656355
Based in: Irondale, AL 35210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (205) 856-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Latitude Moving Admiral Movers Motivated Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move & Store LLC

USDOT: 2179652
MC: 765956
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35211 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (855) 624-4537 Route Verify on FMCSA

U-Haul

Licensed interstate

Legal name: U-Haul Company Of Alabama INC

USDOT: 428450
MC: 881025
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35216 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (602) 263-6811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers Of The South INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 187921
MC: 432768
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (205) 808-4915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thompson Delivery Services Colwright

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McCorquodale Transfer LLC

USDOT: 713589
MC: 352161
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35203 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (205) 870-7474 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Walla Walla (destination)

Old School Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825294
MC: 837397
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (509) 386-6874 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Ortega Trucking And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 824727
MC: 656000
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (541) 429-0305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rmb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4170055
MC: 1606082
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 771-2412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harshfield Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Edwin Chad Harshfield

USDOT: 4473400
MC: 1765805
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (509) 676-7537 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy'S Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 313853
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 529-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jj Haul Away

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jj Haul Away LLC

USDOT: 3621361
MC: 1237106
Based in: College Place, WA 99324 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 520-2143 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smokin Hagen

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Larry Hagen

USDOT: 1656657
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (509) 525-5518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cervantez Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4116110
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 386-6016 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 10 movers in Walla Walla

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Walla Walla 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Birmingham to Walla Walla?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,860 to $4,250 for a studio, $4,290 to $6,380 for a one-bedroom, $7,150 to $10,640 for a two-bedroom, $11,440 to $17,020 for a three-bedroom and $15,730 to $23,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Walla Walla from Birmingham?

About 2,204 road miles (1,868 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 38 hours (5 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 Alabama 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 Birmingham to Walla Walla?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,010 to $4,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,990 to $4,390. 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 Birmingham–Walla Walla corridor.