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Bothell, WA → Philadelphia, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Bothell to Philadelphia

About 2,792 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,500–$12,640, delivery in 7–14 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 1,658 in Philadelphia.

  • 2,792 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,500–$12,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,792 miles (2,366 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,658 (1,138 interstate)

Reverse: Philadelphia → Bothell

Moving from Bothell to Philadelphia is a cross-country move of roughly 2,792 road miles, heading east from Washington to Pennsylvania.

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 $8,500 to $12,640 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 48 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 1,658 around Philadelphia (1,138 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 Philadelphia.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and Philadelphia about 1.6 million. Philadelphia is the denser city (11,933 people per square mile versus 3,532 in Bothell), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Pennsylvania than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Bothell to Philadelphia

Full-service estimate for 2,792 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,400 $4,140 $5,060
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,100 $6,220 $7,580
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,500 $10,360 $12,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,590 $16,580 $20,220
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,690 $22,790 $27,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,920–$5,530

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

Portable container

$3,510–$5,160

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

Full-service mover

$8,500–$12,640

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

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 Philadelphia (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT
751209
MC
339982
Based in
Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
398991
MC
481594
Based in
Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (215) 946-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2784879
MC
927952
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC

USDOT
3020074
MC
37720
Based in
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (833) 777-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silkroad Tranz INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318392
MC
936900
Based in
Warmminster, PA 18974 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (412) 522-2222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3815917
MC
1378977
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (925) 474-4510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4570815
MC
1818083
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3383225
MC
1086171
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (484) 966-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,658 movers in Philadelphia

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,400 to $5,060 for a studio, $5,100 to $7,580 for a one-bedroom, $8,500 to $12,640 for a two-bedroom, $13,590 to $20,220 for a three-bedroom and $18,690 to $27,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Philadelphia from Bothell?

About 2,792 road miles (2,366 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,920 to $5,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,510 to $5,160. 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–Philadelphia corridor.