Redmond, WA → Irvine, CA · Long-distance move
About 1,172 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,060–$9,020, delivery in 3–7 days, 359 carriers on the Redmond side and 625 in Irvine.
The route from Redmond, WA to Irvine, CA covers roughly 1,172 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $6,060 to $9,020 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 54 min.
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 625 around Irvine (239 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 Irvine.
Redmond has a population of about 76,000 and Irvine about 318,764. The two cities have comparable density (4,422 and 4,690 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California 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 | $2,420 | $2,960 | $3,610 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,640 | $4,430 | $5,410 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,060 | $7,390 | $9,020 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,690 | $11,820 | $14,420 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,330 | $16,260 | $19,830 |
$1,650–$2,340
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,070–$3,040
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,060–$9,020
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Redmond, WA → Irvine, CA. 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 $2,420 to $3,610 for a studio, $3,640 to $5,410 for a one-bedroom, $6,060 to $9,020 for a two-bedroom, $9,690 to $14,420 for a three-bedroom and $13,330 to $19,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,172 road miles (993 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 54 min.
Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 California 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 $1,650 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,040. 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–Irvine corridor.