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Bethlehem, PA

Kirkland, WA → Bethlehem, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Kirkland to Bethlehem

About 2,755 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,430–$12,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 377 carriers on the Kirkland side and 402 in Bethlehem.

  • 2,755 miroad distance
  • 48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,430–$12,5502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,755 miles (2,335 straight-line)
Drive time
48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
377 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination
402 (297 interstate)

Reverse: Bethlehem → Kirkland

Bethlehem sits about 2,755 miles east of Kirkland, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Pennsylvania 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 $8,430 to $12,550 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

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 402 around Bethlehem (297 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 Bethlehem.

Kirkland has a population of about 95,000 and Bethlehem about 78,000. Kirkland is considerably denser (5,177 people per square mile versus 3,964), 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 Pennsylvania than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kirkland to Bethlehem

Full-service estimate for 2,755 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,370 $4,110 $5,020
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,060 $6,170 $7,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,430 $10,280 $12,550
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,490 $16,450 $20,070
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,550 $22,620 $27,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,880–$5,480

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

Portable container

$3,480–$5,120

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

Full-service mover

$8,430–$12,550

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 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
Call (509) 710-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savanah Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Savanah Logistics LLC

USDOT
1303168
MC
505582
Based in
Seattle, WA 98108 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (206) 763-5887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansen Bros Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hansen Bros Transfer & Storage Company INC

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
Call (206) 365-4454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exselon

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Butchie Boy Productions INC

USDOT
3194560
MC
140641
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98033 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (206) 769-3304 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (206) 679-3754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eco-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gs Moving Services LLC

USDOT
3227005
MC
1304454
Based in
Seattle, WA 98119 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (206) 992-5523 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jordan River Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jordan River Moving LLC

USDOT
901418
MC
391125
Based in
Kirkland, WA 98034 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (206) 236-0808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 377 movers in Kirkland

Near Bethlehem (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT
268139
MC
147923
Based in
Allentown, PA 18104 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273558
MC
776491
Based in
Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (610) 438-1183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1444559
MC
545976
Based in
Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1171254
MC
469678
Based in
Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3322506
MC
1066356
Based in
Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1953742
MC
693960
Based in
Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (848) 565-7508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2053518
MC
719083
Based in
Allentown, PA 18106 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
256276
MC
366606
Based in
Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1985
Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 402 movers in Bethlehem

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,370 to $5,020 for a studio, $5,060 to $7,530 for a one-bedroom, $8,430 to $12,550 for a two-bedroom, $13,490 to $20,070 for a three-bedroom and $18,550 to $27,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bethlehem from Kirkland?

About 2,755 road miles (2,335 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Pennsylvania 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 Kirkland to Bethlehem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,880 to $5,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,480 to $5,120. 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–Bethlehem corridor.