West Palm Beach, FL → Yakima, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from West Palm Beach to Yakima

About 3,052 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,020–$13,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 446 carriers on the West Palm Beach side and 60 in Yakima.

3,052 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,020–$13,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: West Palm Beach, Florida
To: Yakima, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 3,052 miles (2,586 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 446 (162 interstate)
Movers at destination: 60 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Yakima → West Palm Beach

Yakima sits about 3,052 miles northwest of West Palm Beach, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Washington 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 $9,020 to $13,420 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 53 hours (6 driving days).

On the West Palm Beach side there are 446 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (162 of them authorized for interstate work), and 60 around Yakima (34 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 Yakima.

West Palm Beach has a population of about 127,189 and Yakima about 98,000. Yakima is the denser city (3,481 people per square mile versus 2,182 in West Palm Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from West Palm Beach to Yakima

Full-service estimate for 3,052 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,610	$4,400	$5,370
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,410	$6,600	$8,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,020	$11,000	$13,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,430	$17,600	$21,470
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,840	$24,200	$29,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,190–$5,910

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

Portable container

$3,740–$5,510

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

Full-service mover

$9,020–$13,420

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

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Typical full-service range.

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

Moving companies for this route

Near West Palm Beach (origin)

Cheney Brothers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 41648
MC: 895890
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 753 trucks, 975 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (561) 845-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circuit

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Circuit Transit INC

USDOT: 3562459
MC: 1485340
Based in: West Palm Bch, FL 33401 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 192 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (646) 504-3733 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Greek Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sfakia LLC

USDOT: 2562486
MC: 894264
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (561) 683-1313 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safebound Moving Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Safebound Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2900155
MC: 975408
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (561) 510-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excelsior Wpb LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3313823
MC: 1054919
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (561) 512-6018 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jcal Holdings LLC

USDOT: 2071964
MC: 14116
Based in: Lake Worth, FL 33461 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (561) 687-5005 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of The Palm Beaches LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2785473
MC: 928227
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zip Transport & Services INC

USDOT: 709590
MC: 327506
Based in: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33409 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (954) 678-4747 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 446 movers in West Palm Beach

Near Yakima (destination)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328687
MC: 214356
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (509) 457-3484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers Central LLC

USDOT: 2447936
MC: 135847
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 453-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua David Noel

USDOT: 2433537
MC: 925760
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 314-8081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3170358
MC: 1262505
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (509) 307-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901207
MC: 975959
Based in: Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (509) 899-9328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539745
MC: 1801352
Based in: Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 654-4832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 573046
MC: 278738
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (509) 961-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1543366
MC: 574001
Based in: Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 938-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 60 movers in Yakima

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from West Palm Beach to Yakima?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,610 to $5,370 for a studio, $5,410 to $8,050 for a one-bedroom, $9,020 to $13,420 for a two-bedroom, $14,430 to $21,470 for a three-bedroom and $19,840 to $29,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yakima from West Palm Beach?

About 3,052 road miles (2,586 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 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 Florida into Washington 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 West Palm Beach to Yakima?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,190 to $5,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,740 to $5,510. 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 West Palm Beach–Yakima corridor.