Everett, WA → Bakersfield, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Everett to Bakersfield

About 1,046 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,680–$8,460, delivery in 3–7 days, 232 carriers on the Everett side and 270 in Bakersfield.

1,046 miroad distance
18 h 44 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,680–$8,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Everett, Washington
To: Bakersfield, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,046 miles (886 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 44 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 232 (77 interstate)
Movers at destination: 270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Everett

Bakersfield sits about 1,046 miles south of Everett, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to California that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,680 to $8,460 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 18 h 44 min.

On the Everett side there are 232 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (77 of them authorized for interstate work), and 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Everett has a population of about 113,567 and Bakersfield about 422,165. The two cities have comparable density (3,332 and 2,693 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Everett to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 1,046 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,680	$6,930	$8,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,090	$11,090	$13,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,510	$15,250	$18,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$5,680–$8,460

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Everett (origin)

Hogland Transfer Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 8264
MC: 40505
Based in: Everett, WA 98203 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (425) 407-1011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trelawny Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trelawny Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3477238
MC: 1140038
Based in: Everett, WA 98208 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (425) 775-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Takdir Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3230745
MC: 1012863
Based in: Snohomish, WA 98296 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (707) 389-0062 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (425) 442-8208 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&s Transport Nw INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1029998
MC: 431876
Based in: Mukilteo, WA 98275 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (425) 754-1474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rainy Side Movers LLC

USDOT: 4361000
MC: 1706532
Based in: Marysville, WA 98271 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (616) 429-9689 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 Men & A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Here2there INC

USDOT: 1527252
MC: 569590
Based in: Marysville, WA 98271 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (425) 332-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 232 movers in Everett

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Everett to Bakersfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,270 to $3,380 for a studio, $3,410 to $5,070 for a one-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,460 for a two-bedroom, $9,090 to $13,530 for a three-bedroom and $12,510 to $18,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Everett?

About 1,046 road miles (886 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 44 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 California 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 Everett to Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Everett–Bakersfield corridor.