Kent, WA → The Villages, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Kent to The Villages

About 2,941 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,830–$13,140, delivery in 7–14 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 240 in The Villages.

2,941 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,830–$13,1402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: The Villages, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 2,941 miles (2,493 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 240 (91 interstate)

Reverse: The Villages → Kent

The Villages sits about 2,941 miles east of Kent, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Florida 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 $8,830 to $13,140 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 51 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 240 around The Villages (91 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 The Villages.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and The Villages about 85,000. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 people per square mile versus 2,422), 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 Florida than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Kent to The Villages

Full-service estimate for 2,941 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,530	$4,310	$5,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,300	$6,460	$7,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,830	$10,770	$13,140
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,130	$17,230	$21,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,420	$23,690	$28,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,070–$5,750

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

Portable container

$3,640–$5,360

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

Full-service mover

$8,830–$13,140

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 The Villages (destination)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4581369
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (954) 646-8972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2544769
MC: 9962
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (352) 430-7393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Psa Transport LLC

USDOT: 2453857
MC: 877088
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (352) 433-7225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1954847
MC: 694166
Based in: Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (407) 509-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3610741
MC: 1444640
Based in: Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (786) 838-7329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3794613
MC: 1363449
Based in: Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (352) 459-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3270292
MC: 1032289
Based in: Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (786) 216-8149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2017545
MC: 1452714
Based in: The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 360-4474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 240 movers in The Villages

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kent to The Villages?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,530 to $5,250 for a studio, $5,300 to $7,880 for a one-bedroom, $8,830 to $13,140 for a two-bedroom, $14,130 to $21,020 for a three-bedroom and $19,420 to $28,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is The Villages from Kent?

About 2,941 road miles (2,493 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Florida 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 The Villages?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,070 to $5,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,640 to $5,360. 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–The Villages corridor.