Bothell, WA → Elizabeth, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Bothell to Elizabeth

About 2,817 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,130–$13,590, delivery in 7–14 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 1,447 in Elizabeth.

2,817 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,130–$13,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bothell, Washington
To: Elizabeth, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,817 miles (2,388 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,447 (881 interstate)

Reverse: Elizabeth → Bothell

Moving from Bothell to Elizabeth is a cross-country move of roughly 2,817 road miles, heading east from Washington to New Jersey.

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 $9,130 to $13,590 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 49 hours (6 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 1,447 around Elizabeth (881 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 Elizabeth.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Elizabeth about 141,675. Elizabeth is the denser city (11,162 people per square mile versus 3,532 in Bothell), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Elizabeth

Full-service estimate for 2,817 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,650	$4,460	$5,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,480	$6,680	$8,150
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,130	$11,140	$13,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,610	$17,820	$21,740
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,090	$24,500	$29,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,130–$13,590

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 Elizabeth (destination)

Piece Of Cake Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC

USDOT: 3066988
MC: 58659
Based in: New York, NY 10009 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 340 trucks, 360 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (646) 461-3422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3728952
MC: 1315556
Based in: Brooklyn, NY 11214 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 207 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (848) 444-3133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 288155
MC: 186214
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

USDOT: 4498428
MC: 1779258
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2121392
MC: 739314
Based in: Kearny, NJ 07032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 674147
MC: 434921
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,447 movers in Elizabeth

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,650 to $5,440 for a studio, $5,480 to $8,150 for a one-bedroom, $9,130 to $13,590 for a two-bedroom, $14,610 to $21,740 for a three-bedroom and $20,090 to $29,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elizabeth from Bothell?

About 2,817 road miles (2,388 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 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 Washington into New Jersey 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 Elizabeth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,200. 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–Elizabeth corridor.