($1,493+) Seattle, WA to Augusta, GA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Augusta, GA

For the 2,779-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Augusta, Georgia, full-service movers cost between $2,942 and $14,087. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $380 - $2,536 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Seattle generally start around $260 plus $141 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,942 - $6,896
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,265 - $8,738
• 4+ bedrooms: $8,024 - $14,087

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 Augusta.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Augusta, GA

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Augusta, 58% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Georgia are typically members of the Georgia Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Seattle, WA to Augusta, GA

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Augusta, Georgia, cost between $1,830 and $6,832. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Augusta. If you go over that window, storage in Seattle adds around $120/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,830 - $3,672
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,547 - $5,163
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,547 - $6,832

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Seattle, WA and Augusta, GA. 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 $888 in Seattle, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $95 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $190 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 Seattle to Augusta?

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 Augusta, GA

Truck rentals from Seattle, Washington, to Augusta, Georgia, range from $1,493 - $4,143 for the 2,779-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,121 - $1,281
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• 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 Augusta based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,493 - $3,071
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,666 - $3,621
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,022 - $4,143

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $190 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 $82 and $412 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $1,121 - $1,281 in fuel for the 2,779-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $888 in Seattle, Washington, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Augusta, GA

For larger DIY moves from Seattle, Washington, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Augusta, Georgia.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,899 and $4,131.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,716 - $3,337
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,899 - $4,131
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,674 - $5,409

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $95 - $190 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Seattle, Washington, for about five hours typically runs $888.

What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Augusta?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Augusta, GA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Augusta, 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

For a move from Seattle, WA, to Augusta, GA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,942 for a studio to $14,087 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,779-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,830 - $6,832. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,493 - $4,143, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $4,265 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Questo and Morris Communications.