Moving from San Francisco to Seattle: 2026 Cost & Time
810 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$2,425–$3,600
Distance
810 mi
Drive time
~12.5 hrs
Typical transit
2–5 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
The I-5 corridor between the Bay Area and Seattle is a dense two-way tech-relocation lane. Because trucks run full in both directions, off-peak (October–April) discounts on this route tend to be deeper than the national average.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,175 | $1,425 | $1,750 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,550 | $1,900 | $2,325 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,425 | $2,950 | $3,600 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,525 | $4,300 | $5,250 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,850 | $5,900 | $7,200 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $5,875 | $7,175 | $8,750 |
What affects your San Francisco → Seattle cost
- Around 810 miles, San Francisco to Seattle sits in the middle per-mile tier, so distance and home size pull on the price about equally.
- Flexibility on your pickup or delivery window gives carriers room to consolidate your load, which usually trims the price.
- Access on both ends, stairs, long carries, elevator reservations, or tight truck parking, adds crew hours the estimate can't see until the mover reviews it.
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San Francisco to Seattle moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from San Francisco to Seattle typically costs $2,425–$3,600 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $5,875–$8,750.
The route is about 810 miles (~12.5 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 2–5 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (CA to WA), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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