($1,433+) Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA

Hiring full-service movers from Lexington, Kentucky, to Tacoma, Washington, costs between $2,787 and $12,474. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,448-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $311 - $2,076, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Lexington and Tacoma. For a rough baseline, movers based in Lexington tend to start around $197 plus $70/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Lexington to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,787 - $6,016
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,109 - $8,473
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,576 - $12,474

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Lexington to Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Lexington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tacoma, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lexington to Tacoma?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Lexington, Kentucky, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $1,919 and $6,602. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Lexington typically costs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lexington to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,919 - $3,675
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,341 - $4,861
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,486 - $6,602

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Lexington, KY and Tacoma, WA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $727 in Lexington, KY, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $156 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Lexington to Tacoma?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,448 miles from Lexington, Kentucky, to Tacoma, Washington, running $1,390 - $4,129. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $809 - $924
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Lexington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lexington to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,390 - $2,912
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,537 - $3,466
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,058 - $4,129

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $156 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $67 and $337 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $809 - $924 in fuel for the 2,448-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $727 in Lexington, Kentucky, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lexington to Tacoma?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Lexington, KY to Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Lexington, Kentucky, to Tacoma, Washington. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $934 and $3,929.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Lexington to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,760 - $3,210
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,873 - $3,929
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,763 - $5,389

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Lexington, Kentucky, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $727.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $78 - $156 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Lexington to Tacoma?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Phoenix Transportation Services, LLC (4.38/5 stars): Phoenix Transportation Services, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Lexington, KY vs Tacoma, WA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tacoma, side by side with Lexington on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.