Boca Raton, FL → Tacoma, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Boca Raton to Tacoma

About 3,191 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,260–$13,770, delivery in 7–14 days, 743 carriers on the Boca Raton side and 823 in Tacoma.

3,191 miroad distance
55 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,260–$13,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Boca Raton, Florida
To: Tacoma, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 3,191 miles (2,704 straight-line)
Drive time: 55 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 743 (316 interstate)
Movers at destination: 823 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Tacoma → Boca Raton

Tacoma sits about 3,191 miles northwest of Boca Raton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida 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 $9,260 to $13,770 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 55 hours (7 driving days).

On the Boca Raton side there are 743 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (316 of them authorized for interstate work), and 823 around Tacoma (399 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 Tacoma.

Boca Raton has a population of about 101,582 and Tacoma about 229,816. Tacoma is the denser city (4,413 people per square mile versus 3,336 in Boca Raton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Boca Raton to Tacoma

Full-service estimate for 3,191 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,700	$4,520	$5,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,550	$6,770	$8,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,260	$11,290	$13,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,810	$18,060	$22,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,370	$24,840	$30,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,480–$6,320

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

Portable container

$3,870–$5,690

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

Full-service mover

$9,260–$13,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Boca Raton (origin)

Pero Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 763996
MC: 391076
Based in: Delray Beach, FL 33446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 136 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (561) 498-5771 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 614506
MC: 294798
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1894774
MC: 1642654
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2892909
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1965782
MC: 696410
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1434373
MC: 681534
Based in: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (800) 970-7498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palm Beach Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3306963
MC: 1053501
Based in: Boca Raton, FL 33431 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2293832
MC: 796971
Based in: Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (954) 510-4483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 743 movers in Boca Raton

Near Tacoma (destination)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nichols Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 3462097
MC: 1130435
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (253) 272-8495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific Cascade Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1740705
MC: 637497
Based in: Sumner, WA 98390 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (440) 333-1330 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 823 movers in Tacoma

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Boca Raton to Tacoma?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,700 to $5,510 for a studio, $5,550 to $8,260 for a one-bedroom, $9,260 to $13,770 for a two-bedroom, $14,810 to $22,040 for a three-bedroom and $20,370 to $30,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tacoma from Boca Raton?

About 3,191 road miles (2,704 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 55 hours (7 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 Florida 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 Boca Raton to Tacoma?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,480 to $6,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,870 to $5,690. 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 Boca Raton–Tacoma corridor.