Fairfax, VA → Pullman, WA · Cross-country move
About 2,442 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,080–$12,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 534 carriers on the Fairfax side and 17 in Pullman.
The route from Fairfax, VA to Pullman, WA covers roughly 2,442 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $8,080 to $12,030 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 42 hours (5 driving days).
On the Fairfax side there are 534 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (383 of them authorized for interstate work), and 17 around Pullman (13 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 Pullman.
Fairfax has a population of about 25,000 and Pullman about 32,000. Fairfax is considerably denser (3,869 people per square mile versus 2,958), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,230 | $3,940 | $4,810 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,850 | $5,920 | $7,220 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,080 | $9,860 | $12,030 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $12,940 | $15,780 | $19,250 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $17,790 | $21,690 | $26,460 |
$3,410–$4,810
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,200–$4,710
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,080–$12,030
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Fairfax, VA → Pullman, WA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,230 to $4,810 for a studio, $4,850 to $7,220 for a one-bedroom, $8,080 to $12,030 for a two-bedroom, $12,940 to $19,250 for a three-bedroom and $17,790 to $26,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,442 road miles (2,069 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Virginia into Washington 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,410 to $4,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,200 to $4,710. 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.
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 Fairfax–Pullman corridor.