Kirkland, WA → Newport, RI · Cross-country move

Movers from Kirkland to Newport

About 2,943 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,080–$13,500, delivery in 7–14 days, 377 carriers on the Kirkland side and 30 in Newport.

2,943 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,080–$13,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kirkland, Washington
To: Newport, Rhode Island
Road distance: ≈ 2,943 miles (2,494 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 377 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination: 30 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Newport → Kirkland

The route from Kirkland, WA to Newport, RI covers roughly 2,943 miles by road, a east-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 $9,080 to $13,500 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 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 30 around Newport (17 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 Newport.

Kirkland has a population of about 95,000 and Newport about 25,000. Kirkland is considerably denser (5,177 people per square mile versus 3,287), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Rhode Island does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kirkland to Newport

Full-service estimate for 2,943 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,450	$6,640	$8,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,080	$11,070	$13,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,520	$17,710	$21,610
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,970	$24,350	$29,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,070–$5,750

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

Portable container

$3,650–$5,360

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

Full-service mover

$9,080–$13,500

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 Newport (destination)

Rhody Transportation & Warehousing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50625
MC: 120639
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (401) 294-0037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bill'S Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert A Lantz

USDOT: 769983
MC: 345529
Based in: Tiverton, RI 02878 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (401) 683-1017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Easy Does It Moving And More

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Easy Does It LLC

USDOT: 4389952
MC: 1722009
Based in: Narragansett, RI 02882 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (401) 545-6078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Ahead Ri

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Streamline LLC

USDOT: 3693175
MC: 1729361
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (401) 595-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mercado Exchange LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3982254
MC: 1491310
Based in: Middletown, RI 02842 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 395-4588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Eldridge

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1792318
MC: 846702
Based in: Wakefield, RI 02879 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seaside Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Michael P Mellar

USDOT: 369398
Based in: Narragansett, RI 02882 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (401) 789-2314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mgm Moving & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mgm Express Movers INC

USDOT: 1167091
MC: 470414
Based in: North Kingstown, RI 02852 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (401) 722-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 30 movers in Newport

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,630 to $5,400 for a studio, $5,450 to $8,100 for a one-bedroom, $9,080 to $13,500 for a two-bedroom, $14,520 to $21,610 for a three-bedroom and $19,970 to $29,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newport from Kirkland?

About 2,943 road miles (2,494 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 Rhode Island 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 Newport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,070 to $5,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,650 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 Kirkland–Newport corridor.