Macon, GA → Kirkland, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Macon to Kirkland

About 2,650 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,180–$12,170, delivery in 7–14 days, 330 carriers on the Macon side and 377 in Kirkland.

2,650 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,180–$12,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Macon, Georgia
To: Kirkland, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,650 miles (2,246 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 330 (138 interstate)
Movers at destination: 377 (129 interstate)

Reverse: Kirkland → Macon

Moving from Macon to Kirkland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,650 road miles, heading northwest from Georgia to Washington.

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 $8,180 to $12,170 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 46 hours (6 driving days).

On the Macon side there are 330 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (138 of them authorized for interstate work), and 377 around Kirkland (129 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 Kirkland.

Macon has a population of about 157,556 and Kirkland about 95,000. Kirkland is the denser city (5,177 people per square mile versus 631 in Macon), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Georgia, 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 Macon to Kirkland

Full-service estimate for 2,650 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,270	$3,990	$4,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,910	$5,980	$7,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,180	$9,970	$12,170
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,080	$15,960	$19,470
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,990	$21,940	$26,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,620–$5,120

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

Portable container

$3,390–$4,980

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

Full-service mover

$8,180–$12,170

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 Macon (origin)

Diversified Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 584480
MC: 283647
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (478) 923-0103 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCloud9 Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3099436
MC: 76626
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 262-2568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ciceros' Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 980198
MC: 417787
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (478) 788-1328 Route Verify on FMCSA

K G Jr Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2895306
MC: 972874
Based in: Macon, GA 31216 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (478) 550-4828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Guys

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Good Guys Moving & Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1906318
MC: 684188
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (478) 808-4566 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&j Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1268219
MC: 554939
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (478) 808-7772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huss LLC

USDOT: 3797061
MC: 1365180
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (478) 845-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike & Kijuan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3929166
MC: 1455725
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (470) 257-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Macon

Near Kirkland (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,270 to $4,870 for a studio, $4,910 to $7,300 for a one-bedroom, $8,180 to $12,170 for a two-bedroom, $13,080 to $19,470 for a three-bedroom and $17,990 to $26,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kirkland from Macon?

About 2,650 road miles (2,246 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 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 Georgia 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 Macon to Kirkland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,620 to $5,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,390 to $4,980. 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 Macon–Kirkland corridor.