Lawrence, KS → Wenatchee, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lawrence to Wenatchee

About 1,633 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,320–$9,400, delivery in 5–10 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 33 in Wenatchee.

1,633 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,320–$9,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lawrence, Kansas
To: Wenatchee, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 1,633 miles (1,384 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Wenatchee → Lawrence

The route from Lawrence, KS to Wenatchee, WA covers roughly 1,633 miles by road, a northwest-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 $6,320 to $9,400 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Wenatchee (14 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 Wenatchee.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and Wenatchee about 36,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,772 and 3,341 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to Wenatchee

Full-service estimate for 1,633 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,530	$3,080	$3,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,790	$4,620	$5,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,320	$7,700	$9,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,110	$12,320	$15,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,890	$16,940	$20,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,220

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,640

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

Full-service mover

$6,320–$9,400

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 Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

Near Wenatchee (destination)

Pom-Arleau Transfer And Storage Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27489
MC: 94068
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 886-7667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cornelius Construction

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Cornelius

USDOT: 1692033
Based in: Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (509) 670-7506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loyalty Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2523674
MC: 906418
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (509) 881-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Mat Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1487629
MC: 560703
Based in: Cashmere Road, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 699-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Washington Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3845201
MC: 1399730
Based in: Cashmere, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (509) 885-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great American Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Clayton N Moore

USDOT: 780789
MC: 1720081
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (509) 433-1667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zion Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Paul Kostenko

USDOT: 2268035
MC: 774393
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (509) 393-3696 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transfer Co

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Eagle Transfer Co INC

USDOT: 312922
MC: 119038
Based in: Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 662-2114 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Wenatchee

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lawrence to Wenatchee?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,530 to $3,760 for a studio, $3,790 to $5,640 for a one-bedroom, $6,320 to $9,400 for a two-bedroom, $10,110 to $15,030 for a three-bedroom and $13,890 to $20,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wenatchee from Lawrence?

About 1,633 road miles (1,384 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Kansas into Washington 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 Lawrence to Wenatchee?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,640. 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 Lawrence–Wenatchee corridor.