Wenatchee, WA → Des Moines, IA · Cross-country move

Movers from Wenatchee to Des Moines

About 1,616 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,290–$9,360, delivery in 5–10 days, 33 carriers on the Wenatchee side and 191 in Des Moines.

1,616 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,290–$9,3602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wenatchee, Washington
To: Des Moines, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,616 miles (1,370 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 191 (116 interstate)

Reverse: Des Moines → Wenatchee

The route from Wenatchee, WA to Des Moines, IA covers roughly 1,616 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,290 to $9,360 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Wenatchee side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 191 around Des Moines (116 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 Des Moines.

Wenatchee has a population of about 36,000 and Des Moines about 212,086. Wenatchee is considerably denser (3,341 people per square mile versus 2,428), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Iowa does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Wenatchee to Des Moines

Full-service estimate for 1,616 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,520	$3,070	$3,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,770	$4,600	$5,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,290	$7,670	$9,360
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,060	$12,270	$14,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,830	$16,870	$20,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,290–$9,360

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Wenatchee (origin)

Pom-Arleau Transfer And Storage Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27489
MC: 94068
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 886-7667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cornelius Construction

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Cornelius

USDOT: 1692033
Based in: Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (509) 670-7506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loyalty Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2523674
MC: 906418
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (509) 881-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Mat Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1487629
MC: 560703
Based in: Cashmere Road, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 699-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Washington Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3845201
MC: 1399730
Based in: Cashmere, WA 98815 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (509) 885-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great American Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Clayton N Moore

USDOT: 780789
MC: 1720081
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (509) 433-1667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zion Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Paul Kostenko

USDOT: 2268035
MC: 774393
Based in: East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (509) 393-3696 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transfer Co

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Eagle Transfer Co INC

USDOT: 312922
MC: 119038
Based in: Wenatchee, WA 98801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 662-2114 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Wenatchee

Near Des Moines (destination)

Dhl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Standard Forwarding LLC

USDOT: 1996747
MC: 16536
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50316 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 302 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (800) 447-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jacobson Warehouse Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jacobson Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 241594
MC: 172189
Based in: Clive, IA 50325 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 483 trucks, 459 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (219) 742-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ntb

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nationwide Truck Brokers INC

USDOT: 158325
MC: 142245
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50309 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 158 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (515) 245-2595 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crawford Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 450195
MC: 232411
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50321 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Route Verify on FMCSA

Arona Home Essentials

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arona Corporation

USDOT: 1278309
MC: 33302
Based in: West Des Moines, IA 50265 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (515) 225-9029 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nounou Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3497497
MC: 1155202
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50313 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (515) 201-2579 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vgt Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2633507
MC: 945435
Based in: West Des Moines, IA 50265 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (618) 655-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Homemakers Plaza INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4354064
MC: 1702859
Based in: Urbandale, IA 50322 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (515) 309-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 191 movers in Des Moines

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Des Moines 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 Wenatchee to Des Moines?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,520 to $3,740 for a studio, $3,770 to $5,610 for a one-bedroom, $6,290 to $9,360 for a two-bedroom, $10,060 to $14,970 for a three-bedroom and $13,830 to $20,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Des Moines from Wenatchee?

About 1,616 road miles (1,370 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Washington into Iowa 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 Wenatchee to Des Moines?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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 Wenatchee–Des Moines corridor.