($837+) Seattle, WA to Albuquerque, NM Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Albuquerque, NM

For the 1,426-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, full-service movers cost between $2,408 and $10,742. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $395 - $2,632 (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 Albuquerque:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,408 - $5,743
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,101 - $7,320
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,733 - $10,742

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 Albuquerque.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Albuquerque, NM

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Albuquerque, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

New Mexico Warehousemen’s Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in New Mexico, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with 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 Albuquerque, NM

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, cost between $1,307 and $4,548. 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 Albuquerque:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,307 - $2,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,755 - $3,554
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,481 - $4,548

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $921 in Seattle, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $99 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $197 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Albuquerque, NM, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Seattle to Albuquerque?

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 Albuquerque, NM

Plan on $828 - $2,403 for a rental moving truck on the 1,426-mile route from Seattle, Washington, to Albuquerque, New Mexico. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $597 - $682
• 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 Albuquerque based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $828 - $1,604
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $906 - $1,948
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,236 - $2,403

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Seattle, Washington, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $921.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $597 - $682 for the 1,426-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $79 and $428, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $197 per night for hotel stops on the 1,426-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $395 - $592.

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

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 Albuquerque, NM

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Seattle, Washington, to Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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 $1,184 and $2,730.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,261 - $2,336
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,363 - $2,730
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,833 - $3,639

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Seattle, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $921.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $99 - $197 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 Seattle to Albuquerque?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Allstate Transport (4.7/5 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.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Albuquerque, NM

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