The Villages, FL

Bothell, WA → The Villages, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Bothell to The Villages

About 2,950 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,840–$13,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 248 carriers on the Bothell side and 240 in The Villages.

  • 2,950 miroad distance
  • 51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,840–$13,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,950 miles (2,500 straight-line)
Drive time
51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
248 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
240 (91 interstate)

Reverse: The Villages → Bothell

Moving from Bothell to The Villages is a cross-country move of roughly 2,950 road miles, heading east from Washington to Florida.

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 $8,840 to $13,160 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 51 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 240 around The Villages (91 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 The Villages.

Bothell has a population of about 49,000 and The Villages about 85,000. Bothell is considerably denser (3,532 people per square mile versus 2,422), 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 Florida 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 The Villages

Full-service estimate for 2,950 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,540 $4,310 $5,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,310 $6,470 $7,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,840 $10,790 $13,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,150 $17,260 $21,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,460 $23,730 $28,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,080–$5,760

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

Portable container

$3,650–$5,370

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

Full-service mover

$8,840–$13,160

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 The Villages (destination)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2544769
MC
9962
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1954847
MC
694166
Based in
Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610741
MC
1444640
Based in
Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3794613
MC
1363449
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3270292
MC
1032289
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2017545
MC
1452714
Based in
The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 240 movers in The Villages

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bothell to The Villages?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,540 to $5,260 for a studio, $5,310 to $7,900 for a one-bedroom, $8,840 to $13,160 for a two-bedroom, $14,150 to $21,050 for a three-bedroom and $19,460 to $28,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is The Villages from Bothell?

About 2,950 road miles (2,500 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Florida 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 The Villages?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,080 to $5,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,650 to $5,370. 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–The Villages corridor.