Bellingham, WA

Kirkland, WA → Bellingham, WA · Short-haul move

Movers from Kirkland to Bellingham

About 87 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,640–$2,440, delivery in 1–2 days, 377 carriers on the Kirkland side and 97 in Bellingham.

  • 87 miroad distance
  • 2 h 12 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,640–$2,4402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 87 miles (74 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 12 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Washington)
Movers at origin
377 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination
97 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Bellingham → Kirkland

Moving from Kirkland to Bellingham is a short-haul move of roughly 87 road miles, heading north within Washington.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 12 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,640 and $2,440, before packing or storage.

On the Kirkland side there are 377 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (129 of them authorized for interstate work), and 97 around Bellingham (50 interstate). For an in-state 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 Bellingham.

Kirkland has a population of about 95,000 and Bellingham about 95,000. Kirkland is considerably denser (5,177 people per square mile versus 3,244), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Kirkland to Bellingham

Full-service estimate for 87 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $940 $1,140 $1,390
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $1,060 $1,290 $1,570
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,640 $2,000 $2,440
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $2,450 $2,990 $3,650
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $3,560 $4,350 $5,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,640–$2,440

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 Kirkland (origin)

Paradigm Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3405034
MC
1096843
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
103 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3664442
MC
75702336
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98006 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Savanah Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1303168
MC
505582
Based in
Seattle, WA 98108 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Hansen Bros Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
8257
MC
59073
Based in
Bellevue, WA 98056 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Exselon

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3194560
MC
140641
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98033 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1939713
MC
691642
Based in
Woodinville, WA 98072 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Eco-Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3227005
MC
1304454
Based in
Seattle, WA 98119 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Jordan River Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
901418
MC
391125
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98034 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

All 377 movers in Kirkland

Near Bellingham (destination)

Dulay Holding Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1568244
MC
454925
Based in
Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Lp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2209719
MC
837772
Based in
Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Nw Shippers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1202083
MC
518919
Based in
Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Swans Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
368177
MC
438612
Based in
Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Johnson'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
8277
MC
134512
Based in
Bellingham, WA 98226 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Farm Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2005730
MC
755646
Based in
Ferndale, WA 98248 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Crabtree Farms

Licensed interstate
USDOT
957886
MC
1336108
Based in
Everson, WA 98247 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

On Time Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2568146
MC
897110
Based in
Bellingham, WA 98225 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 97 movers in Bellingham

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kirkland to Bellingham?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $940 to $1,390 for a studio, $1,060 to $1,570 for a one-bedroom, $1,640 to $2,440 for a two-bedroom, $2,450 to $3,650 for a three-bedroom and $3,560 to $5,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bellingham from Kirkland?

About 87 road miles (74 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Kirkland and Bellingham are in Washington, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Kirkland to Bellingham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,610. 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 Kirkland–Bellingham corridor.