Tacoma, WA → Kirkland, WA · Local move

Movers from Tacoma to Kirkland

About 39 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,380–$2,050, delivery in 0–1 days, 823 carriers on the Tacoma side and 377 in Kirkland.

39 miroad distance
1 h 13 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,380–$2,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tacoma, Washington
To: Kirkland, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 39 miles (33 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 13 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (Washington)
Movers at origin: 823 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 377 (129 interstate)

Reverse: Kirkland → Tacoma

Moving from Tacoma to Kirkland is a local move of roughly 39 road miles, heading north within Washington.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 13 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,380 and $2,050, before packing or storage.

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 377 around Kirkland (129 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 Kirkland.

Tacoma has a population of about 229,816 and Kirkland about 95,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,413 and 5,177 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Tacoma to Kirkland

Full-service estimate for 39 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$740	$900	$1,100
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$860	$1,050	$1,280
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,380	$1,680	$2,050
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,120	$2,590	$3,160
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,160	$3,860	$4,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$190–$270

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

Portable container

$1,050–$1,550

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

Full-service mover

$1,380–$2,050

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 Kirkland (destination)

Paradigm Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3405034
MC: 1096843
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 103 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (509) 710-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savanah Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Savanah Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1303168
MC: 505582
Based in: Seattle, WA 98108 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (206) 763-5887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hansen Bros Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hansen Bros Transfer & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 8257
MC: 59073
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98056 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 365-4454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exselon

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Butchie Boy Productions INC

USDOT: 3194560
MC: 140641
Based in: Kirkland, WA 98033 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (206) 769-3304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Butler Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1939713
MC: 691642
Based in: Woodinville, WA 98072 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (206) 679-3754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eco-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gs Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 3227005
MC: 1304454
Based in: Seattle, WA 98119 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (206) 992-5523 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jordan River Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jordan River Moving LLC

USDOT: 901418
MC: 391125
Based in: Kirkland, WA 98034 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (206) 236-0808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 377 movers in Kirkland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $740 to $1,100 for a studio, $860 to $1,280 for a one-bedroom, $1,380 to $2,050 for a two-bedroom, $2,120 to $3,160 for a three-bedroom and $3,160 to $4,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kirkland from Tacoma?

About 39 road miles (33 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 13 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Tacoma and Kirkland 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 Kirkland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $190 to $270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,050 to $1,550. 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–Kirkland corridor.