Norwalk, CT → Olympia, WA · Cross-country move
About 2,889 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,140–$13,600, delivery in 7–14 days, 395 carriers on the Norwalk side and 101 in Olympia.
Olympia sits about 2,889 miles northwest of Norwalk, which makes this an interstate relocation from Connecticut to Washington that most movers classify as a cross-country move.
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 $9,140 to $13,600 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 50 hours (6 driving days).
On the Norwalk side there are 395 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (163 of them authorized for interstate work), and 101 around Olympia (46 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 Olympia.
Norwalk has a population of about 92,000 and Olympia about 57,000. Norwalk is considerably denser (3,984 people per square mile versus 3,052), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,660 | $4,460 | $5,440 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,490 | $6,690 | $8,160 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $9,140 | $11,150 | $13,600 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $14,630 | $17,840 | $21,760 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $20,110 | $24,530 | $29,930 |
$4,020–$5,670
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,600–$5,290
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$9,140–$13,600
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Norwalk, CT → Olympia, WA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,660 to $5,440 for a studio, $5,490 to $8,160 for a one-bedroom, $9,140 to $13,600 for a two-bedroom, $14,630 to $21,760 for a three-bedroom and $20,110 to $29,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,889 road miles (2,449 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 hours (6 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Connecticut 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,020 to $5,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,600 to $5,290. 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.
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 Norwalk–Olympia corridor.