Tacoma, WA → Kennewick, WA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tacoma to Kennewick

About 203 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,660–$3,950, delivery in 1–2 days, 823 carriers on the Tacoma side and 137 in Kennewick.

203 miroad distance
4 h 12 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,660–$3,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tacoma, Washington
To: Kennewick, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 203 miles (172 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 12 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Washington)
Movers at origin: 823 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 137 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Kennewick → Tacoma

The route from Tacoma, WA to Kennewick, WA covers roughly 203 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,660 to $3,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 12 min.

On the Tacoma side there are 823 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 137 around Kennewick (91 interstate). For an in-state 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 Kennewick.

Tacoma has a population of about 229,816 and Kennewick about 88,000. Tacoma is considerably denser (4,413 people per square mile versus 2,944), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Tacoma to Kennewick

Full-service estimate for 203 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,590	$1,940	$2,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,660	$3,240	$3,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,250	$5,190	$6,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,850	$7,130	$8,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,660–$3,950

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Tacoma (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nichols Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 3462097
MC: 1130435
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (253) 272-8495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific Cascade Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1740705
MC: 637497
Based in: Sumner, WA 98390 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (440) 333-1330 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 823 movers in Tacoma

Near Kennewick (destination)

Larsen Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tri-City United INC

USDOT: 26510
MC: 581
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 943-9139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Munder Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1674729
MC: 615668
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (541) 720-0949 Route Verify on FMCSA

St George And Family Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: St George Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1552075
MC: 576540
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 967-9287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedy Movers LLC

USDOT: 2459380
MC: 441393
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 531-2800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimak Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461893
MC: 850698
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99337 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (541) 941-7269 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spencer Carlson Unlimited INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8030256
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99336 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 736-5342 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple As Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rodrigo Rodriguez

USDOT: 1214674
MC: 482929
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (509) 440-3095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3697403
MC: 1292337
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 552-0381 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 137 movers in Kennewick

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tacoma to Kennewick?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,370 for a one-bedroom, $2,660 to $3,950 for a two-bedroom, $4,250 to $6,330 for a three-bedroom and $5,850 to $8,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kennewick from Tacoma?

About 203 road miles (172 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Tacoma and Kennewick are in Washington, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Tacoma to Kennewick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,770. 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 Tacoma–Kennewick corridor.