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

Movers from Everett to Downey

About 1,170 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,050–$9,010, delivery in 3–7 days, 232 carriers on the Everett side and 1,488 in Downey.

1,170 miroad distance
20 h 52 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,050–$9,0102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Everett, Washington
To: Downey, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,170 miles (992 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 52 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 232 (77 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,488 (629 interstate)

Reverse: Downey → Everett

The route from Everett, WA to Downey, CA covers roughly 1,170 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $6,050 to $9,010 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 20 h 52 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 1,488 around Downey (629 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 Downey.

Everett has a population of about 113,567 and Downey about 108,468. Downey is the denser city (9,222 people per square mile versus 3,332 in Everett), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Downey

Full-service estimate for 1,170 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,420	$2,950	$3,600
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,050	$7,380	$9,010
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,690	$11,810	$14,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,320	$16,240	$19,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,650–$2,330

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

Portable container

$2,060–$3,040

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

Full-service mover

$6,050–$9,010

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 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 Downey (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,488 movers in Downey

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,420 to $3,600 for a studio, $3,630 to $5,400 for a one-bedroom, $6,050 to $9,010 for a two-bedroom, $9,690 to $14,410 for a three-bedroom and $13,320 to $19,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Downey from Everett?

About 1,170 road miles (992 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 52 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 Downey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,650 to $2,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,060 to $3,040. 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–Downey corridor.