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Reno, NV → Washington, DC · Cross-country move

Movers from Reno to Washington

About 2,680 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,770–$13,050, delivery in 7–14 days, 81 carriers on the Reno side and 1,904 in Washington.

  • 2,680 miroad distance
  • 46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,770–$13,0502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,680 miles (2,271 straight-line)
Drive time
46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
81 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,904 (1,206 interstate)

Reverse: Washington → Reno

Washington sits about 2,680 miles east of Reno, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nevada to District of Columbia 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 $8,770 to $13,050 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 Reno side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,904 around Washington (1,206 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 Washington.

Reno has a population of about 283,621 and Washington about 693,645. Washington is the denser city (11,286 people per square mile versus 2,428 in Reno), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. District of Columbia is a higher-cost state than Nevada, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that District of Columbia does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Reno to Washington

Full-service estimate for 2,680 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,510 $4,280 $5,220
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,260 $6,420 $7,830
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,770 $10,690 $13,050
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,030 $17,110 $20,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,290 $23,530 $28,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,650–$5,160

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

Portable container

$3,410–$5,020

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

Full-service mover

$8,770–$13,050

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 Reno (origin)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1491614
MC
644134
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (775) 420-4774 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
363648
MC
222282
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (775) 856-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245513
MC
1020268
Based in
Reno, NV 89501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
80232
MC
98286
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (775) 225-0577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Renorelo Worldwide LLC

USDOT
3387545
MC
1088202
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2473334
MC
855362
Based in
Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (775) 830-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Reno Nevada

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ra Moving LLC

USDOT
3303833
MC
1048274
Based in
Reno, NV 89511 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (775) 525-5973 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Brien'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
30611
MC
109375
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (775) 359-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Reno

Near Washington (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ritter Transport INC

USDOT
436004
MC
239770
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (480) 485-5862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
388638
MC
208997
Based in
Temple Hills, MD 20748 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (301) 899-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3308320
MC
1053236
Based in
Beltsville, MD 20705 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2442344
MC
44829
Based in
Vienna, VA 22182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
6903
MC
1664339
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (480) 582-2760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Geva Transportation LLC

USDOT
2845842
MC
954130
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (240) 284-3828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Dancy

USDOT
4231672
MC
1637268
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (301) 643-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3268506
MC
1031430
Based in
Hyattsville, MD 20785 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,904 movers in Washington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Reno to Washington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,510 to $5,220 for a studio, $5,260 to $7,830 for a one-bedroom, $8,770 to $13,050 for a two-bedroom, $14,030 to $20,870 for a three-bedroom and $19,290 to $28,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Washington from Reno?

About 2,680 road miles (2,271 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 Nevada into District of Columbia 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 Reno to Washington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,650 to $5,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,410 to $5,020. 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 Reno–Washington corridor.