Bothell, WA → Boulder, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Bothell to Boulder

About 1,176 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,640–$8,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 120 in Boulder.

1,176 miroad distance
20 h 59 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,640–$8,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bothell, Washington
To: Boulder, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,176 miles (996 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 59 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Boulder → Bothell

The route from Bothell, WA to Boulder, CO covers roughly 1,176 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,640 to $8,390 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 59 min.

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 120 around Boulder (30 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 Boulder.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Boulder about 105,689. The two cities have comparable density (3,532 and 4,116 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Boulder

Full-service estimate for 1,176 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,260	$2,750	$3,360
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,380	$4,130	$5,040
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,640	$6,880	$8,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,030	$11,010	$13,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,410	$15,130	$18,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,340

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,040

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

Full-service mover

$5,640–$8,390

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 Boulder (destination)

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gmx Transline INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2560715
MC: 89066
Based in: Superior, CO 80027 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (303) 482-6223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insaf Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3771550
MC: 1346496
Based in: Westminster, CO 80023 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (720) 707-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Boulder

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Boulder LLC

USDOT: 2629937
MC: 915118
Based in: Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanmoving Com

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Man & A Van Moving INC

USDOT: 1253812
MC: 491486
Based in: Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (720) 651-8337 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842456
MC: 56178
Based in: Lafayette, CO 80026 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (303) 718-6355 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3497243
MC: 1153031
Based in: Longmont, CO 80501 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Hero Haul

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Your Colorado Movers LLC

USDOT: 4342532
MC: 1696908
Based in: Arvada, CO 80007 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (888) 864-8394 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Boulder

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,380 to $5,040 for a one-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a two-bedroom, $9,030 to $13,430 for a three-bedroom and $12,410 to $18,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boulder from Bothell?

About 1,176 road miles (996 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Boulder?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,040. 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–Boulder corridor.