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Cost to move from San Francisco, CA to Seattle, WA
About 815 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,070–$4,920 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 | $1,230–$1,970 | $1,480–$2,420 | $1,130–$1,870 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,780–$2,850 | $2,280–$3,750 | $1,140–$1,900 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,070–$4,920 | $3,820–$6,270 | $1,150–$1,930 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,150–$8,290 | $6,400–$10,540 | $1,170–$1,990 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,940–$11,140 | $8,690–$14,290 | $1,190–$2,050 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 815 mi) | $1,930 | $3,040 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $250 | $320 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $500 | $850 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $23.27/h in San Francisco vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $8.08/gal (California, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 40,858 people moved from California to Washington in one year, and 32,218 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,860–$4,580 |
| April | $3,070–$4,920 |
| July | $3,530–$5,660 |
| October | $3,070–$4,920 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Francisco to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 815 road miles costs roughly $3,070–$4,920 with full-service movers in October, or $1,150–$1,930 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Francisco to Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.