Richardson, TX → Bellingham, WA · Cross-country move
About 2,027 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,130–$10,610, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 97 in Bellingham.
Bellingham sits about 2,027 miles northwest of Richardson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas 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 $7,130 to $10,610 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 35 hours (4 driving days).
On the Richardson side there are 1,078 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (453 of them authorized for interstate work), and 97 around Bellingham (50 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 Bellingham.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Bellingham about 95,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,177 and 3,244 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,850 | $3,480 | $4,240 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,280 | $5,220 | $6,360 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $7,130 | $8,700 | $10,610 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $11,410 | $13,910 | $16,970 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $15,690 | $19,130 | $23,340 |
$2,830–$4,000
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,830–$4,160
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$7,130–$10,610
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Richardson, TX → Bellingham, 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 $2,850 to $4,240 for a studio, $4,280 to $6,360 for a one-bedroom, $7,130 to $10,610 for a two-bedroom, $11,410 to $16,970 for a three-bedroom and $15,690 to $23,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,027 road miles (1,718 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 $2,830 to $4,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,830 to $4,160. 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 Richardson–Bellingham corridor.