Walla Walla, WA → Alpharetta, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Walla Walla to Alpharetta

About 2,317 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,620–$11,330, delivery in 7–14 days, 10 carriers on the Walla Walla side and 1,260 in Alpharetta.

2,317 miroad distance
40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,620–$11,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Walla Walla, Washington
To: Alpharetta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 2,317 miles (1,963 straight-line)
Drive time: 40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,260 (604 interstate)

Reverse: Alpharetta → Walla Walla

Alpharetta sits about 2,317 miles east of Walla Walla, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Georgia 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 $7,620 to $11,330 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 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Walla Walla side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,260 around Alpharetta (604 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 Alpharetta.

Walla Walla has a population of about 34,000 and Alpharetta about 68,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,426 and 2,447 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Georgia than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Walla Walla to Alpharetta

Full-service estimate for 2,317 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,570	$5,570	$6,800
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,620	$9,290	$11,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,190	$14,860	$18,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,760	$20,440	$24,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,280–$4,630

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

Portable container

$3,090–$4,540

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

Full-service mover

$7,620–$11,330

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Walla Walla (origin)

Old School Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1825294
MC: 837397
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (509) 386-6874 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Ortega Trucking And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 824727
MC: 656000
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (541) 429-0305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rmb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4170055
MC: 1606082
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 771-2412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harshfield Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Edwin Chad Harshfield

USDOT: 4473400
MC: 1765805
Based in: Milton Freewater, OR 97862 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (509) 676-7537 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clancy'S Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 313853
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 529-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jj Haul Away

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jj Haul Away LLC

USDOT: 3621361
MC: 1237106
Based in: College Place, WA 99324 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 520-2143 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smokin Hagen

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Larry Hagen

USDOT: 1656657
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (509) 525-5518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cervantez Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4116110
Based in: Walla Walla, WA 99362 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 386-6016 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Alpharetta (destination)

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT: 850629
MC: 370668
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saia Ltl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Saia Motor Freight Line LLC

USDOT: 29124
MC: 87511
Based in: Johns Creek, GA 30097 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7,428 trucks, 7,315 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (770) 232-5067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sld Transportation, LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sld Transport, LLC

USDOT: 829373
MC: 367702
Based in: Canton, GA 30115 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (770) 704-5152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2846152
MC: 954292
Based in: Woodstock, GA 30188 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (678) 632-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1187702
MC: 469637
Based in: Doraville, GA 30340 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251051
MC: 1023120
Based in: Duluth, GA 30096 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2815279
MC: 939426
Based in: Cumming, GA 30041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (404) 642-7460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nolg LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3653588
MC: 1260284
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (616) 799-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,260 movers in Alpharetta

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Alpharetta accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Walla Walla to Alpharetta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,050 to $4,530 for a studio, $4,570 to $6,800 for a one-bedroom, $7,620 to $11,330 for a two-bedroom, $12,190 to $18,130 for a three-bedroom and $16,760 to $24,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alpharetta from Walla Walla?

About 2,317 road miles (1,963 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 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 Georgia 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 Walla Walla to Alpharetta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,280 to $4,630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,090 to $4,540. 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 Walla Walla–Alpharetta corridor.