($881+) Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,425-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Fargo, North Dakota, with costs ranging from $2,532 - $10,638. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $394 - $2,624. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Seattle and Fargo. Local movers in Seattle typically start around $260 as a base rate plus $141/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,532 - $5,743
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,166 - $7,544
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,676 - $10,638

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 Seattle to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fargo, 33% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Seattle to Fargo?

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 Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,280 and $4,783. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Seattle runs about $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Seattle to Fargo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,280 - $2,418
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,703 - $3,624
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,481 - $4,783

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $98 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $197 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Fargo, ND, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $918 in Seattle, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Seattle to Fargo?

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 Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,425 miles from Seattle, Washington, to Fargo, North Dakota, running $881 - $2,355. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $595 - $680
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Seattle to Fargo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $881 - $1,587
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $896 - $2,007
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,189 - $2,355

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $197 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Seattle, Washington, usually costs about $918 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,425-mile drive falls between $595 and $680, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $66 and $394 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Seattle to Fargo?

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 Seattle, WA to Fargo, ND

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Seattle, Washington, to Fargo, North Dakota. 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 $1,181 and $2,759.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,152 - $2,359
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,377 - $2,759
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,852 - $3,939

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $98 - $197 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Seattle, Washington, typically costs $918.

What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Fargo?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Fargo, ND

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Fargo, side by side with Seattle 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.

Our take

The 1,425-mile move from Seattle, WA, to Fargo, ND, costs between $2,532 and $10,638 with full-service movers, $1,280 - $4,783 with a moving container, and $881 - $2,355 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,166 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.