Cedar Rapids, IA

Bothell, WA → Cedar Rapids, IA · Cross-country move

Movers from Bothell to Cedar Rapids

About 1,813 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,610–$9,840, delivery in 5–10 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 96 in Cedar Rapids.

  • 1,813 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,610–$9,8402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,813 miles (1,537 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
96 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Cedar Rapids → Bothell

The route from Bothell, WA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers roughly 1,813 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 $6,610 to $9,840 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 31 hours (4 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 96 around Cedar Rapids (57 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 Cedar Rapids.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Cedar Rapids about 137,935. Bothell is considerably denser (3,532 people per square mile versus 1,910), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Cedar Rapids

Full-service estimate for 1,813 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,640 $3,230 $3,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,970 $4,840 $5,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,610 $8,060 $9,840
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,580 $12,900 $15,740
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,540 $17,740 $21,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,610–$3,690

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

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

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

Full-service mover

$6,610–$9,840

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

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Typical full-service range.

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

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

Trelawny Logistics

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

Jordan River Moving & Storage

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

Move Northwest Move Logistix Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate
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

On-It Logistics LLC

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

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

Puget Sound Moving

Licensed interstate
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

All 248 movers in Bothell

Near Cedar Rapids (destination)

Crst The Transportation Solution INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
53773
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,362 trucks, 4,082 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

West Side Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
165881
MC
160875
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3,127 trucks, 566 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
87390
MC
45591
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2335297
MC
797856
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Kac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327728
MC
1059946
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

White Glove Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4572249
MC
1820278
Based in
Marion, IA 52302 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Porter Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2427654
MC
876222
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Allebach Hauling Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3495753
MC
1152036
Based in
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 96 movers in Cedar Rapids

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bothell to Cedar Rapids?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,930 for a studio, $3,970 to $5,900 for a one-bedroom, $6,610 to $9,840 for a two-bedroom, $10,580 to $15,740 for a three-bedroom and $14,540 to $21,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cedar Rapids from Bothell?

About 1,813 road miles (1,537 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 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 Iowa 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 Cedar Rapids?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,610 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. 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–Cedar Rapids corridor.