Bothell, WA → Austin, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Bothell to Austin

About 2,087 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,230–$10,760, delivery in 5–10 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 868 in Austin.

2,087 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,230–$10,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bothell, Washington
To: Austin, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 2,087 miles (1,769 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 868 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Austin → Bothell

The route from Bothell, WA to Austin, TX covers roughly 2,087 miles by road, a southeast-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 $7,230 to $10,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 36 hours (5 driving days).

On the Bothell side there are 248 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 868 around Austin (241 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 Austin.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Austin about 1 million. The two cities have comparable density (3,532 and 3,007 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Austin

Full-service estimate for 2,087 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,890	$3,530	$4,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,340	$5,290	$6,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,230	$8,820	$10,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,570	$14,110	$17,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,910	$19,400	$23,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,890–$4,090

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

Portable container

$2,880–$4,240

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

Full-service mover

$7,230–$10,760

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 Bothell (origin)

Exselon

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Butchie Boy Productions INC

USDOT: 3194560
MC: 140641
Based in: Kirkland, WA 98033 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (206) 769-3304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1939713
MC: 691642
Based in: Woodinville, WA 98072 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (206) 679-3754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trelawny Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trelawny Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3477238
MC: 1140038
Based in: Everett, WA 98208 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Jordan River Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jordan River Moving LLC

USDOT: 901418
MC: 391125
Based in: Kirkland, WA 98034 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (206) 236-0808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Move Logistix Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers LLC

USDOT: 2416564
MC: 135723
Based in: Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (425) 775-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

On-It Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On-It Logistic LLC

USDOT: 3319655
MC: 1056100
Based in: Lynnwood, WA 98037 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (425) 442-8208 Route Verify on FMCSA

Takdir Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3230745
MC: 1012863
Based in: Snohomish, WA 98296 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (707) 389-0062 Route Verify on FMCSA

Puget Sound Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Puget Sound Moving INC

USDOT: 1885649
MC: 679558
Based in: Kent, WA 98033 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (206) 568-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 248 movers in Bothell

Near Austin (destination)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 3538096
MC: 1361596
Based in: Austin, TX 78759 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doxa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2608633
MC: 917444
Based in: Austin, TX 78750 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (737) 444-7778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spur Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190438
MC: 1544165
Based in: Austin, TX 78753 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 106 trucks, 101 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (866) 250-8589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aifleet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Ai Fleet INC

USDOT: 3443025
MC: 1118730
Based in: Austin, TX 78701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (737) 937-6883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lvs Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3903424
MC: 1438723
Based in: Austin, TX 78729 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (781) 266-7968 Route Verify on FMCSA

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT: 1748594
MC: 640166
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azuma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Azuma Leasing LLC

USDOT: 4074353
MC: 1548580
Based in: Austin, TX 78705 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 233-5019 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: White Glove Storage And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1598596
MC: 591409
Based in: Austin, TX 78744 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (512) 490-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 868 movers in Austin

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bothell to Austin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,300 for a studio, $4,340 to $6,450 for a one-bedroom, $7,230 to $10,760 for a two-bedroom, $11,570 to $17,210 for a three-bedroom and $15,910 to $23,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Austin from Bothell?

About 2,087 road miles (1,769 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Bothell to Austin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,890 to $4,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,880 to $4,240. 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 Bothell–Austin corridor.