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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA
About 148 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,590–$2,640 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 | $640–$1,060 | $890–$1,510 | $740–$1,160 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $900–$1,490 | $1,400–$2,390 | $750–$1,190 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,590–$2,640 | $2,340–$3,990 | $760–$1,220 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,760–$4,600 | $4,010–$6,850 | $780–$1,280 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,660–$6,090 | $5,410–$9,240 | $800–$1,340 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 148 mi) | $760 | $1,210 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $30 | $40 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $640 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $20.89/h in Philadelphia (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 1,208 people moved from District of Columbia to Pennsylvania in one year, and 3,085 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,480–$2,460 |
| April | $1,590–$2,640 |
| July | $1,830–$3,040 |
| October | $1,590–$2,640 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Philadelphia?
A 2-bedroom move of about 148 road miles costs roughly $1,590–$2,640 with full-service movers in October, or $760–$1,220 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Philadelphia?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.