Honolulu, HI

Kirkland, WA → Honolulu, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Kirkland to Honolulu

About 3,171 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,410–$15,490, delivery in 7–14 days, 377 carriers on the Kirkland side and 167 in Honolulu.

  • 3,171 miroad distance
  • 55 hours (7 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,410–$15,4902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,171 miles (2,688 straight-line)
Drive time
55 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
377 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination
167 (37 interstate)

Reverse: Honolulu → Kirkland

The route from Kirkland, WA to Honolulu, HI covers roughly 3,171 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $10,410 to $15,490 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 55 hours (7 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 167 around Honolulu (37 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 Honolulu.

Kirkland has a population of about 95,000 and Honolulu about 341,868. The two cities have comparable density (5,177 and 5,801 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kirkland to Honolulu

Full-service estimate for 3,171 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,170 $5,080 $6,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,250 $7,620 $9,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,410 $12,700 $15,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $16,660 $20,320 $24,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $22,910 $27,940 $34,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,460–$6,290

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

Portable container

$3,850–$5,660

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

Full-service mover

$10,410–$15,490

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

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 Honolulu (destination)

Royal Hawaiian Trucking & Warehousing

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
227698
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96819 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
113 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Xpress Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
548914
MC
1737068
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96819 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
110 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Pacific Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
189377
MC
881506
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96819 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
66 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Dhx

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
530831
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96817 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
54 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

International Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
30305
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96819 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
41 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

M Dyer Global

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
105265
MC
133909
Based in
Pearl City, HI 96782 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Westpac International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
768930
MC
343553
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96819 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Cnb Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3119644
MC
87208
Based in
Honolulu, HI 96826 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 167 movers in Honolulu

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,170 to $6,200 for a studio, $6,250 to $9,300 for a one-bedroom, $10,410 to $15,490 for a two-bedroom, $16,660 to $24,790 for a three-bedroom and $22,910 to $34,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Honolulu from Kirkland?

About 3,171 road miles (2,688 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 55 hours (7 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 Hawaii 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 Honolulu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,460 to $6,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,850 to $5,660. 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–Honolulu corridor.