Small Moves from Boston to Seattle

Pacific Northwest small moves with flat weight-based pricing.

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Planning a Small Move from Boston to Seattle?

The Boston to Seattle route has a distinct career profile. We ship Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta transfers moving from Cambridge offices to South Lake Union and Bellevue campuses, biotech employees leaving Kendall Square for Fred Hutch and the Eastside life-sciences corridor, UW Medicine and Seattle Children’s residents starting programs in Seattle, and software engineers trading the Seaport and Fort Point for Capitol Hill or Ballard. It’s also a regular route for academics headed to UW, Seattle University, and Seattle Pacific, plus New Englanders who’ve simply had enough of I-93 snowstorms.

At roughly 3,050 miles, the move is one of the longest domestic hauls in the lower 48, and that’s where conventional movers get expensive. Full-service van lines quote you for a 26-foot truck priced around 5,000 to 10,000 pounds of capacity, even if your Cambridge apartment is a 1,200-pound one-bedroom. UPS and FedEx cap out on anything resembling real furniture. And driving a rental truck across five time zones means hotels, fuel, and the risk of mechanical trouble somewhere between Fargo and Spokane.

Ship Smart has been running the Boston to Seattle small-load corridor since 1999. We price by actual packed weight and the transcontinental mileage, with no minimums and professional packing built into every quote. Our Boston crew handles pickup and packing, your load ships as consolidated LTL freight across the northern cross-country route, and our Seattle partner handles delivery across the city, the Eastside, and surrounding communities.

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Transcontinental Furniture Shipping from Boston to Seattle

The 3,050-mile Boston to Seattle route is one of the longest small-move corridors Ship Smart operates, and LTL freight pricing is what makes it affordable compared to traditional moving. As specialized small long distance movers Boston to Seattle, we handle partial household loads, furniture shipping, home-office setups, and single-item freight that parcel carriers won’t take and full-service van lines overprice. Pricing is weight-based and distance-based, with no truck-size minimums buried in the quote.
Tech, biotech, and medical relocations drive the bulk of our Boston to Seattle small load movers volume. Engineers and PMs moving from Cambridge and the Seaport to South Lake Union, Fremont, and the Eastside. Biotech researchers transferring from Kendall Square to Fred Hutch and the UW Medicine campus. Academic moves between Harvard, MIT, and BU and UW, plus senior moves for New Englanders relocating closer to Seattle-area family. We also handle a meaningful share of outdoor-enthusiast relocations, with bikes, skis, and outdoor gear rounding out apartment shipments.
Professional packing and shipping services are essential on a transit this long. Your shipment crosses the northern Plains, the Rockies, and the Cascades, which means multiple handling points, serious temperature swings, and days of road vibration before Seattle delivery. Our Boston crews blanket-wrap furniture, custom-box electronics and mirrors, crate artwork when needed, and inventory every piece at pickup. All packing is included in your flat quote, and your shipment is insured from pickup to delivery.

How Much Does It Cost to Move from Boston to Seattle?

Boston to Seattle pricing is based on your actual packed weight and the roughly 3,050-mile distance, with no full-truck minimums driving up the number.

What You’re Moving	Estimated Cost
A few furniture pieces + boxes (~500 lbs)	$1,100 to $1,600
Bedroom set (bed, dresser, nightstand, boxes)	$1,450 to $2,150
Studio apartment contents (~1,000 lbs)	$1,750 to $2,600
One-bedroom apartment (~1,500 lbs)	$2,200 to $3,100

Route	Small Load (~500 lbs)	Medium Load (~1,200 lbs)
Boston to Seattle	$1,100 to $1,600	$2,000 to $3,050
Boston to Portland, OR	$1,100 to $1,600	$2,000 to $3,050
Boston to San Francisco	$1,100 to $1,600	$2,000 to $3,050
Boston to Los Angeles	$1,050 to $1,550	$1,900 to $2,950

Pricing is based on actual packed weight and distance. Get your exact quote in minutes using our online moving calculator or call (866) 333-8018.

Flexible Shipping Options

Will-Call

Our most affordable service

Customer Drop-off

Our most affordable service

Professional Packing

All furniture and oversized Items are Professionally Packed

Discounted Shipping Rates

Enjoy reduced shipping costs with our nationwide carrier partnerships.

Curbside Delivery

Delivery to the nearest accessible point to the destination

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Curbside Delivery

An economic way to receive your shipment

Full Service Pickup

Full Service Pickup at Business or Residence

Professional Packing

All furniture and oversized Items are Professionally Packed

Discounted Shipping Rates

Enjoy reduced shipping costs with our nationwide carrier partnerships.

Curbside Delivery

Delivery to the nearest accessible point to the destination

(866) 333-8018

Full Service

Our most convenient and personalized service

Full Service Pickup

Full Service Pickup at Business or Residence

Professional Packing

All furniture and oversized Items are Professionally Packed

Discounted Shipping Rates

Enjoy reduced shipping costs with our nationwide carrier partnerships.

White Glove Delivery

Full service white glove delivery inside the home or business

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How Your Move from Boston to Seattle Works

Every Boston to Seattle shipment moves as LTL (less-than-truckload) freight, which means your load shares truck space with others going the same direction, and you only pay for your share.

Quote Your Move and Schedule Boston Pickup

Tell us what you’re shipping and your Boston zip code, and we’ll return a flat quote based on weight and the Seattle destination. Once you book, we lock in a Boston pickup window that fits your building’s loading rules and your move-out date.

Professional Packing in Boston

Our Boston crew arrives with blankets, cartons, tape, and wrap to prep every item for more than 3,000 miles of interstate freight. Furniture gets pad-wrapped, electronics are double-boxed, glass and mirrors are custom-packed, and fragile items are crated when needed.

Cross-Country Transit and Seattle Delivery

Transit typically takes 10 to 18 business days door to door, depending on your Boston pickup date and Seattle delivery window. Our Seattle partner coordinates access for Capitol Hill walk-ups, South Lake Union high-rises, and homes across Ballard, Queen Anne, Bellevue, and Redmond.

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What We Ship from Boston to Seattle

We move loads too big for UPS and FedEx, but smaller than what justifies a full van line truck.

Tech and Big-Company Relocations

standing desks, monitors, ergonomic chairs, home-office rigs, and one-bedroom apartment contents moving from Cambridge and the Seaport to South Lake Union, Fremont, Capitol Hill, and the Eastside.

Biotech and Life-Sciences Moves

reference libraries, office equipment, ergonomic setups, and personal workstations for Kendall Square researchers transferring to Fred Hutch, UW Medicine, and the Eastside life-sciences corridor.

Outdoor and Adventure Gear

mountain bikes, road bikes, skis, kayaks, camping gear, and climbing equipment that East Coast outdoor enthusiasts bring with them to the Pacific Northwest.

Apartment and Condo Contents

beds, dressers, sofas, dining tables, desks, bookshelves, and boxed kitchens heading from Boston neighborhoods to Ballard, Fremont, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Green Lake, and Bellevue.

Senior and Family Consolidation Moves

curated furniture sets, china, framed art, antique pieces, and family heirlooms for New Englanders relocating closer to Seattle-area children and grandchildren.

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Why Choose Ship Smart for Your Boston to Seattle Move?

Since 1999, Ship Smart has led long-distance small-load moving, and Boston to Seattle is one of our regular transcontinental corridors.

No Weight Minimums

A transcontinental move shouldn’t mean paying for a truck you don’t fill. Whether you ship 400 pounds of essentials or a 1,800-pound one-bedroom, you pay for what’s actually on the truck, which often saves thousands compared to full-service van line quotes for the same route.

300+ Locations Nationwide

We have vetted moving partners in greater Boston and throughout the Seattle metro, from the city proper to the Eastside cities of Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, and Issaquah. Local crews on both ends keep your 3,050-mile move coordinated from pickup to delivery.

Professional Packing Included

A northern cross-country route crosses the Rockies and the Cascades, which means real freight conditions from start to finish. Our crews blanket-wrap furniture, custom-box electronics, crate artwork, and secure everything for the long haul, with all packing priced into the quote.

A+ rating with the BBB & Damage rate below 2%

Long-distance moves are where shortcut packing shows up, and we don’t take shortcuts. Our A+ BBB rating and sub-2% damage rate hold steady across our longest domestic routes, including the full distance from Boston to Seattle.

Our Customer Testimonials

D Rothschild

1 week ago

Prompt quotation. Reasonable price. Accurate answers. Prompt collection. The agent at the destination end made a good connection and delivery into the required rooms.

Diane Rutler

1 week ago

I have never been so pleased with anything in my life the move went so smoothly ship smart is awesome. Everyone that works for them deserves so much credit for such excellent customer service. Highly highly recommend

Brenda Figueroa

3 months ago

Reliable, quick and upfront with costs and timeframes . Made my move a lot simpler . In home pick up and drop off worked out great . Would use again on my next move .

Cherry Smoke

4 months ago

EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE EVERY TIME!!!!

Haig Nazarian

4 months ago

Highly recommend. I shipped some furniture and a lot of fragile glassware, ceramics, etc., across the country. Exceptional service. The shipment was packed very well. Professional and courteous service. Not one item was damaged.

Jay Cashmore

4 months ago

Movers were in contact within 24 hours to pick up the art piece, was on its way from California to Wisconsin in the next week and arrived when scheduled. I was impressed with the way it was boxed. No chance it would be damaged. Delivery driver took care to remove it from the truck and placed it in my garage where I requested it. Very happy with the whole experience. Thank you to everyone involved.

Fiona Peneycad

4 months ago

I was hesitant to hire Ship Smart to move my household goods to Canada as there were some negative comments online. I spoke to the representative about these comments and he explained this happened when people didn't disclose the proper amount of goods originally. I tried to be very accurate with how much I was intending to ship. In the end, I was refunded the amount my estimate was in excess of the actual weight of my contents. I was so surprised to actually get money returned after the contents had been crated and wrapped at the warehouse. I was very impressed with the contact I had with all the individuals I had any interaction with. My move couldn't have been handled any better. Thank you Ship Smart. Great service.

James Harvey

4 months ago

The price was fair for coast to coast delivery. The process was a breeze, and the delivery drivers were on time and professional. I would recommend this company to my friends and family.

Michele Neubauer

4 months ago

Super efficient! Seamless experience from quote, to pick up and delivery!

Douglas Brown

7 months ago

I used Ship Smart for THE item I wanted after my Mom passed. It was handed extremely well, the customer service was excellent, the final leg was convenient for us on delivery. Zero damage, very well packed. Thanks Ship Smart!

Andrea Sereno

8 months ago

My moving experience with Ship Smart was exceptional with the highest standard of professionalism. I did a significant amount of research and Ship Smart is the company I had complete trust in. Their website is organized and a true reflection of their company and services. Communications were timely and consistent. Everyone in the process was wonderful to work with. My items were thoughtfully packed and in perfect condition when they arrived. My move was peaceful, simple, stress free and a happy memory. They were the perfect moving company for my small cross country move.

Patrick J. Slattery

8 months ago

This long distance transaction went flawlessly from the pick up, packaging, overland travel and delivery. High recommendations. PJS

Erin Long

8 months ago

Robert at Ship Smart has been incredibly helpful and kind in helping me navigate my move. He's quick and responsive. I feel supported and taken care of. Highly recommend and will use for my next move!

Ryan

9 months ago

Works well for moving smaller items. Be aware that the original quote is an estimate and that all of your items are weighed then your given your final price based on weight. You can get price per pound from them. Things were packed very well. Movers were great on both sides, no issues

Mike K

9 months ago

I can't express enough appreciation for the professional help Ariel provided me through out the process. Great work, very much appreciated.

Stephen Raff

12 months ago

Outstanding experience. Pickup team was on time, courteous and efficient. Carefully tagged each item. Lyndsi was very helpful and responsive especially as we didn't have a destination address to begin our move. The delivery came to us a few weeks later (NJ to CA) on the day scheduled and again move on team was very courteous and helpful putting each box in the designated room. Wow !

Joni Roy

12 months ago

Ship Smart did a fantastic job for us! They shipped a small amount of items when my mom made a 1400 mile move. The person who picked up the items was helpful and quick and careful with all the items. The shipment was delivered as stated. The delivery driver went to extra lengths for drop the shipment off at a convenient location at our house. He was kind and helpful. The whole experience was great. I would use Ship Smart again!

Tim Bevan

12 months ago

All of the subcontractors did a great job, good communication and on time. Our items got to our destination safely, nothing broken or missing.

Harry A

12 months ago

Excellent service from scheduling, packing, shipping, and receiving of our shipment. Our shipment came from Southern Florida to Norther Alberta Canada in 3 weeks, in perfect condition. Thank you for the professional efficient reasonablly priced service.

Debra Massa

12 months ago

Overall great experience from pick up to delivery. I was kept informed every step of the way. Highly recommend!

Roger Snelling

12 months ago

Ship Smart provided me with superior service every step of the way.

anoymous class

1 year ago

Best movers in town!!! Moved from Chicago all good.

Basu Porwal

1 year ago

Best movers in town!!! Moved from Chicago all good.

Dawn Back

1 year ago

Great experience from start to finish. Experienced and professional team. Shipped my heirlooms from East Coast to the West Coast. Everything arrived packed very well and nothing was damaged.

Joshua Friedes

1 year ago

I had to move some beautiful mid-century modern teak furniture from my parent’s home in Jersey to my home in Palm Springs CA. These were exceptional pieces in perfect condition. And they arrived cross country in exactly the same condition. I was so impressed at every level. From start to finish the service was flawless and the furniture arrived quicker than I expected. The cost was very reasonable. I was nervous because some of the pieces were unusually shaped. Absolutely no problems.

Frequently Asked Questions About Moving from Boston to Seattle

1. How much does a Boston to Seattle small move cost?

Most small moves from Boston to Seattle run between $1,100 and $3,100 depending on weight. A 500-pound shipment of a few furniture pieces and boxes typically costs $1,100 to $1,600, while a 1,500-pound one-bedroom falls in the $2,200 to $3,100 range. Pricing is always based on actual packed weight and the 3,050-mile distance.

2. How long does Boston to Seattle transit take?

Transit typically runs 10 to 18 business days door to door. That window covers Boston pickup, transcontinental LTL freight movement across the northern corridor, and a scheduled delivery appointment at your Seattle address.

3. Can I ship bikes, skis, and outdoor gear alongside my apartment contents?

Yes, and it’s a common addition on this route. Bikes, skis, kayaks, climbing gear, and camping equipment ship alongside regular apartment contents with appropriate packing, all priced by weight. Our Boston crew can help you decide whether to pack outdoor gear separately or consolidate it with your main load.

4. Will Cascade and Rocky Mountain weather delay my shipment?

Mountain passes across the northern transcontinental corridor can trigger weather-related delays from late November through March. We build buffer into winter transit windows and adjust dispatch around major storms, and every shipment is sealed and insulated against the temperature swings that long freight hauls encounter.

5. Do you deliver to Bellevue, Redmond, and the Eastside, or only Seattle proper?

We deliver throughout the full Seattle metro, including Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah, Sammamish, Renton, and down to Tukwila and SeaTac. Your quote reflects the specific destination, with no extra charge for standard metro delivery addresses.

6. Is my shipment insured the full 3,050 miles?

Yes. Every Boston to Seattle shipment includes standard released-value coverage at no additional cost, and full-value protection is available as an add-on at quote time. Combined with professional packing, our damage rate on this corridor stays below 2%.

7. Can you handle Seattle's hills, narrow streets, and older walk-up buildings?

Yes. Our Seattle delivery partners routinely navigate Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, and Magnolia hills, narrow Ballard and Wallingford streets, and older walk-up buildings across the city. Parking permits, elevator reservations, and COI paperwork are coordinated ahead of your delivery window.

8. Can you store my items if I don't have a delivery address yet?

Yes. Short-term storage is available at our destination terminals. If you need your items held while you secure housing or finalize your move, we can accommodate that. Discuss storage options with your sales representative when booking.

9. What areas do you serve?

We deliver to all 50 states, across Canada, and to most international destinations. With over 300 locations nationwide, we can arrange pickup from virtually any address in the continental US and Canada. International moves include customs clearance support.

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