Kent, WA → Concord, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Kent to Concord

About 2,687 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,200–$12,200, delivery in 7–14 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 441 in Concord.

2,687 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,200–$12,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: Concord, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 2,687 miles (2,277 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 441 (326 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Kent

Moving from Kent to Concord is a cross-country move of roughly 2,687 road miles, heading east from Washington to North Carolina.

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 $8,200 to $12,200 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 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Kent side there are 646 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 of them authorized for interstate work), and 441 around Concord (326 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 Concord.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and Concord about 114,598. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 people per square mile versus 1,657), 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 North Carolina than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kent to Concord

Full-service estimate for 2,687 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,280	$4,000	$4,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,920	$6,000	$7,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,200	$10,000	$12,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,120	$16,000	$19,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,040	$22,000	$26,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,660–$5,170

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

Portable container

$3,420–$5,030

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

Full-service mover

$8,200–$12,200

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 Kent (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Costco Wholesale

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Costco Wholesale Corporation

USDOT: 589006
MC: 1778380
Based in: Issaquah, WA 98027 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,436 trucks, 2,612 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (425) 313-6275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 646 movers in Kent

Near Concord (destination)

Ryder

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation

USDOT: 191496
MC: 154105
Based in: Concord, NC 28027 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,954 trucks, 3,010 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT: 1795137
MC: 653312
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3447504
MC: 1121363
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28213 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speed Transit Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785107
MC: 928047
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (704) 946-8027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmm Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redwog LLC

USDOT: 2522039
MC: 875658
Based in: Rockwell, NC 28138 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 653-7040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yolo Express INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3673085
MC: 1274496
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 965-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Charlotte

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC

USDOT: 4191842
MC: 1615630
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (864) 444-2769 Route Verify on FMCSA

Make A Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 2452878
MC: 851348
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 441 movers in Concord

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kent to Concord?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,280 to $4,880 for a studio, $4,920 to $7,320 for a one-bedroom, $8,200 to $12,200 for a two-bedroom, $13,120 to $19,520 for a three-bedroom and $18,040 to $26,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Kent?

About 2,687 road miles (2,277 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 North Carolina 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 Kent to Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,660 to $5,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,420 to $5,030. 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 Kent–Concord corridor.