Spokane, WA → Lakewood, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Spokane to Lakewood

About 2,578 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,700–$12,940, delivery in 7–14 days, 130 carriers on the Spokane side and 171 in Lakewood.

2,578 miroad distance
45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,700–$12,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spokane, Washington
To: Lakewood, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,578 miles (2,185 straight-line)
Drive time: 45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 130 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination: 171 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Spokane

Moving from Spokane to Lakewood is a cross-country move of roughly 2,578 road miles, heading east from Washington to New Jersey.

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 $8,700 to $12,940 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 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Spokane side there are 130 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (86 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.

Spokane has a population of about 230,783 and Lakewood about 143,765. Lakewood is the denser city (5,472 people per square mile versus 3,328 in Spokane), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Spokane to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 2,578 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,480	$4,240	$5,180
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,220	$6,370	$7,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,700	$10,610	$12,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,920	$16,970	$20,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,140	$23,340	$28,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,550–$5,010

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

Portable container

$3,320–$4,880

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

Full-service mover

$8,700–$12,940

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Spokane (origin)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Urm Stores INC

USDOT: 13196
MC: 237366
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 704-7117 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415434
MC: 849181
Based in: Spokane, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 203-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Restoration Operating INC

USDOT: 4013800
MC: 1512023
Based in: Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 293-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ngk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2509534
MC: 559090
Based in: Spokane, WA 99224 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 501-3088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1970117
MC: 817483
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 489-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2380414
MC: 817510
Based in: Spokane, WA 99208 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 321-4311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1976998
MC: 699121
Based in: Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 535-7483 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2179825
MC: 756919
Based in: Spokane, WA 99202 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 686-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 130 movers in Spokane

Near Lakewood (destination)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT: 2444229
MC: 843377
Based in: Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3681572
MC: 1280785
Based in: Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT: 774963
MC: 431356
Based in: Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 285934
MC: 190852
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1038738
MC: 444372
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2969363
MC: 9229
Based in: Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT: 4064194
MC: 1542693
Based in: Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spokane to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,480 to $5,180 for a studio, $5,220 to $7,770 for a one-bedroom, $8,700 to $12,940 for a two-bedroom, $13,920 to $20,710 for a three-bedroom and $19,140 to $28,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Spokane?

About 2,578 road miles (2,185 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 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 Washington into New Jersey 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 Spokane to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,550 to $5,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,320 to $4,880. 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 Spokane–Lakewood corridor.