Redmond, WA → Birmingham, AL · Cross-country move
About 2,443 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,540–$11,210, delivery in 7–14 days, 359 carriers on the Redmond side and 395 in Birmingham.
Birmingham sits about 2,443 miles east of Redmond, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Alabama 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 $7,540 to $11,210 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 42 hours (5 driving days).
On the Redmond side there are 359 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (118 of them authorized for interstate work), and 395 around Birmingham (208 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 Birmingham.
Redmond has a population of about 76,000 and Birmingham about 195,893. Redmond is considerably denser (4,422 people per square mile versus 1,366), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,010 | $3,680 | $4,480 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,520 | $5,510 | $6,730 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $7,540 | $9,190 | $11,210 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $12,060 | $14,700 | $17,940 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $16,580 | $20,220 | $24,660 |
$3,410–$4,810
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,200–$4,710
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$7,540–$11,210
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Redmond, WA → Birmingham, AL. 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 $3,010 to $4,480 for a studio, $4,520 to $6,730 for a one-bedroom, $7,540 to $11,210 for a two-bedroom, $12,060 to $17,940 for a three-bedroom and $16,580 to $24,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,443 road miles (2,070 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 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 Washington into Alabama 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 $3,410 to $4,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,200 to $4,710. 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 Redmond–Birmingham corridor.