($1,784+) Seattle, WA to Boston, MA Movers
Moving from Seattle, WA, to Boston, MA, runs anywhere from $1,715 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $15,634 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 3,032 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $3,169, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $15,634 or more.
- Moving containers run $2,080 - $8,209, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,715 - $4,865.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Seattle, WA, to Boston, MA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,975 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Moving options from Seattle to Boston fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $4,975 - $10,701 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 3,032-mile route typically takes 7 to 21 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 3,032-mile route from Seattle to Boston, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $3,169 - $7,731 | $2,080 - $3,979 | $1,715 - $3,193 | $1,968 - $3,543 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $4,975 - $10,701 | $2,672 - $5,485 | $1,782 - $3,881 | $2,292 - $4,757 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $9,169 - $15,634 | $3,882 - $8,209 | $2,277 - $4,865 | $3,075 - $6,567 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 3,032-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Boston, Massachusetts, with prices running from $3,169 - $15,634. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $466 - $3,104 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Seattle and Boston are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Seattle movers tend to run around $260 as a base rate plus $141/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Seattle to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,169 - $7,731
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,975 - $10,701
- 4+ bedrooms: $9,169 - $15,634
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 Boston.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Washington to Massachusetts. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boston, 96% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing97% of local movers | $776 - $7,760 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready92% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Gentle Giant Moving Company | $310 - $1,862/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $466 - $3,725 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage37% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs37% of local movers | $1,552 - $4,656 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,880 - $15,520 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,162 - $2,208 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items56% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Seattle Movers | $1,552 - $3,880 |
| Piano | Any piano type76% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Gentle Giant Moving Company | $1,242 - $5,432 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling40% of local movers | $466 - $2,328 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Hansen Bros Moving and Storage | $1,009 - $3,104 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $466 - $23,280+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $466 - $5,432+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Seattle to Boston?
All three below meet the standards set by the Massachusetts Movers Association, the group most Massachusetts movers are affiliated with.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Seattle, WA. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $2,080 and $8,209. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Seattle costs roughly $120/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Seattle to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,080 - $3,979
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,672 - $5,485
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,882 - $8,209
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Seattle, WA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $1,086, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $116 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $233 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Seattle, WA, and Boston, MA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Washington to Massachusetts move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $2,080. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,672 - $5,485, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Seattle to Boston?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Seattle to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Seattle:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 8 years in business
- On The Go Moving and Storage (4.8/5), 15 years in business
- All Service Moving (4.9/5), 14 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA
Plan on $1,715 - $4,865 for a rental moving truck on the 3,032-mile route from Seattle, Washington, to Boston, Massachusetts. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,497 - $1,711
- Daily insurance: $47/day
- Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
- Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Seattle to Boston based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,715 - $3,193
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,782 - $3,881
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,277 - $4,865
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Seattle to Boston starts at $1,715 - $4,865, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($1,497 - $1,711) , overnight lodging ($233/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $233 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 $101 and $504 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $1,497 - $1,711 in fuel for the 3,032-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,086 in Seattle, Washington, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Seattle to Boston?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Boston, MA
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Seattle, Washington, to Boston, Massachusetts. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $2,292 and $4,757.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Seattle to Boston:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,968 - $3,543
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,292 - $4,757
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,075 - $6,567
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
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 $116 - $233 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 $1,086.
What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Boston?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
- Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Seattle to Boston. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Boston, MA
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Seattle and Boston to plan around. Cost of living index: 158 vs. 151. Average rent: $1,975/mo vs. $3,400/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 74 vs. 98. Safety index: 49.23 vs. 60.12.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Boston, MA to Seattle, WA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Washington to Massachusetts over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 95 movers in our Washington network to compare for this 3,032-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 3,032-mile route from Seattle, WA, to Boston, MA, run $3,169 - $15,634 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $2,080 - $8,209, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,715 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,975, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include General Electric and Fidelity Investments.
FAQs: Moving from Seattle, WA, to Boston, MA
How long does a move from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What is the best time of year to move from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Massachusetts also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Seattle, WA to Boston, MA?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
Is Boston a safe place to live?
Boston has a safety index of 60.12 out of 100 and a crime index of 39.88, compared to 49.23 and 58.88 in Seattle. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
How walkable is Boston?
Boston has a walkability score of 98 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 86, compared to 74 and 71 in Seattle. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What percentage of Seattle movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 76% of movers in Seattle handle piano moves, and 56% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
