($1,697+) Seattle, WA to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Providence, RI

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 3,017-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Providence, Rhode Island, with costs ranging from $3,365 - $15,476. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $415 - $2,768. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Seattle and Providence. 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 Providence:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,365 - $8,040
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,873 - $10,192
• 4+ bedrooms: $9,360 - $15,476

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 Providence.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Seattle, WA to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $2,038 and $8,051. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Seattle typically runs around $120/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,038 - $3,897
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,865 - $6,062
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,616 - $8,051

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Seattle, WA and Providence, RI. 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 $969 in Seattle, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $104 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $208 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 Providence?

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 Providence, RI

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 3,017 miles from Seattle, Washington, to Providence, Rhode Island, running $1,715 - $5,061. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,329 - $1,518
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• 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 Providence based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,715 - $3,462
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,800 - $4,041
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,419 - $5,061

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $208 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 $90 and $450 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $1,329 - $1,518 in fuel for the 3,017-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $969 in Seattle, Washington, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Providence, RI

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 Providence, Rhode Island. 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 $2,248 and $4,849.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,930 - $3,875
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,248 - $4,849
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,014 - $6,631

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $104 and $208.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Seattle, Washington, for roughly five hours typically average $969.

What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Providence?

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.
3. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA vs Providence, RI

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