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Cost to move from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC
About 364 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,030–$3,310 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $810–$1,320 | $1,060–$1,770 | $820–$1,260 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,160–$1,890 | $1,660–$2,790 | $830–$1,290 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,030–$3,310 | $2,780–$4,660 | $840–$1,320 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,460–$5,670 | $4,710–$7,920 | $860–$1,380 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,620–$7,570 | $6,370–$10,720 | $880–$1,440 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 364 mi) | $1,140 | $1,800 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $80 | $110 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $770 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.15/h in Hartford vs. $20.47/h in Washington (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 760 people moved from Connecticut to District of Columbia in one year, and 327 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,880–$3,080 |
| April | $2,030–$3,310 |
| July | $2,330–$3,810 |
| October | $2,030–$3,310 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Hartford to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 364 road miles costs roughly $2,030–$3,310 with full-service movers in October, or $840–$1,320 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Hartford to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.