Kent, WA → Monroe, LA · Cross-country move

Movers from Kent to Monroe

About 2,218 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,280–$10,830, delivery in 7–14 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 49 in Monroe.

2,218 miroad distance
38 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,280–$10,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: Monroe, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 2,218 miles (1,880 straight-line)
Drive time: 38 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Monroe → Kent

Monroe sits about 2,218 miles east of Kent, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Louisiana 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 $7,280 to $10,830 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 38 hours (5 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 49 around Monroe (26 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 Monroe.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and Monroe about 46,000. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 people per square mile versus 1,604), 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 Louisiana than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Louisiana does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kent to Monroe

Full-service estimate for 2,218 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,910	$3,550	$4,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,370	$5,320	$6,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,280	$8,870	$10,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,640	$14,200	$17,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,010	$19,520	$23,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,030–$4,280

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

Portable container

$3,000–$4,410

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

Full-service mover

$7,280–$10,830

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 Monroe (destination)

Bears Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bears Towing And Recovery Of Ouachita INC

USDOT: 517357
MC: 235662
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (318) 388-3021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1634906
MC: 602738
Based in: West Monroe, LA 71291 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 265-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ross Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1721228
MC: 626875
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 322-7760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goose Chase Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cruse Transport Services INC

USDOT: 2846136
MC: 954281
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (318) 316-9773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa All-Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1896597
MC: 682036
Based in: Monroe, LA 71201 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (318) 801-8349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stay Humble Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4494216
MC: 1777011
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (318) 537-0642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anterprize Trucking And Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Anterprize Local Car Rental LLC

USDOT: 4576998
MC: 1821384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 417-8707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2584937
MC: 1556384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (318) 614-4761 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Monroe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,910 to $4,330 for a studio, $4,370 to $6,500 for a one-bedroom, $7,280 to $10,830 for a two-bedroom, $11,640 to $17,320 for a three-bedroom and $16,010 to $23,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monroe from Kent?

About 2,218 road miles (1,880 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 38 hours (5 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,030 to $4,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,000 to $4,410. 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–Monroe corridor.