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

Movers from Macon to Yakima

About 2,540 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,990–$11,890, delivery in 7–14 days, 330 carriers on the Macon side and 60 in Yakima.

2,540 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,990–$11,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Macon, Georgia
To: Yakima, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,540 miles (2,153 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 330 (138 interstate)
Movers at destination: 60 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Yakima → Macon

Moving from Macon to Yakima is a cross-country move of roughly 2,540 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 $7,990 to $11,890 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 44 hours (5 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 60 around Yakima (34 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 Yakima.

Macon has a population of about 157,556 and Yakima about 98,000. Yakima is the denser city (3,481 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 Yakima

Full-service estimate for 2,540 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,200	$3,900	$4,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,800	$5,850	$7,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,990	$9,750	$11,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,790	$15,600	$19,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,580	$21,440	$26,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,510–$4,960

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,830

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

Full-service mover

$7,990–$11,890

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 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 Yakima (destination)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328687
MC: 214356
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 457-3484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers Central LLC

USDOT: 2447936
MC: 135847
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 453-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua David Noel

USDOT: 2433537
MC: 925760
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 314-8081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170358
MC: 1262505
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (509) 307-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901207
MC: 975959
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (509) 899-9328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539745
MC: 1801352
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 654-4832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 573046
MC: 278738
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (509) 961-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1543366
MC: 574001
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 938-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 60 movers in Yakima

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,200 to $4,760 for a studio, $4,800 to $7,130 for a one-bedroom, $7,990 to $11,890 for a two-bedroom, $12,790 to $19,030 for a three-bedroom and $17,580 to $26,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yakima from Macon?

About 2,540 road miles (2,153 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Yakima?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,510 to $4,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,830. 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–Yakima corridor.