Kent, WA → Danbury, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Kent to Danbury

About 2,833 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,040–$13,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 135 in Danbury.

2,833 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,040–$13,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: Danbury, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 2,833 miles (2,401 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Danbury → Kent

Danbury sits about 2,833 miles east of Kent, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Connecticut that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $9,040 to $13,450 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 49 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 135 around Danbury (97 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 Danbury.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and Danbury about 87,000. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 people per square mile versus 2,059), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Connecticut does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kent to Danbury

Full-service estimate for 2,833 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,620	$4,410	$5,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,430	$6,620	$8,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,040	$11,030	$13,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,470	$17,640	$21,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,890	$24,260	$29,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,960–$5,590

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

Portable container

$3,550–$5,220

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

Full-service mover

$9,040–$13,450

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 Danbury (destination)

Werner Final Mile

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New England Home Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 1452227
MC: 575560
Based in: Monroe, CT 06468 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 820-3955 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Support Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 973901
MC: 413112
Based in: Patterson, NY 12563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 294 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (845) 306-3200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy Relocation & Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Clancy Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 265038
MC: 76840
Based in: Patterson, NY 12563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 56 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (845) 878-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lil Petes Automotive 2 INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3146309
MC: 1518249
Based in: Brewster, NY 10509 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (845) 287-0139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Murphy Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armagh Transport LLC

USDOT: 2633811
MC: 934607
Based in: Brewster, NY 10509 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (866) 719-4209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Continuum International Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 601324
MC: 289773
Based in: Brookfield, CT 06804 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (203) 740-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grand Prix Motors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 735423
MC: 608106
Based in: Danbury, CT 06810 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (203) 743-3737 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Licensed interstate

Legal name: A&d Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3282814
MC: 1038181
Based in: Danbury, CT 06810 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (203) 300-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Danbury

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,620 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,430 to $8,070 for a one-bedroom, $9,040 to $13,450 for a two-bedroom, $14,470 to $21,530 for a three-bedroom and $19,890 to $29,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Danbury from Kent?

About 2,833 road miles (2,401 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Connecticut 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 Danbury?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,960 to $5,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,550 to $5,220. 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–Danbury corridor.