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Moving from Washington to Houston
Written by Simon Aarons · Reviewed against MQE route data · Last updated 20 Aug 2026
Planning a move from Washington to Houston? This guide compares estimated moving costs, route distance, transit windows and quote options.
Moving from Washington, DC to Houston, TX costs an estimated $1,491–$3,131 for a 2–3 bedrooms home and takes 4–7 days door-to-door across 1,219 miles. Demand on this corridor peaks May–Aug, and movers are typically booked 28 days ahead. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
Average move cost
$2,300
$1,491 – $3,131 · 2–3 bedrooms
- Est. distance
- 1,219 mi
- Est. transit
- 4–7 days
- Book ahead
- 28 days
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At a glance
Est. journey time
~22 hrs
Peak season
May–Aug
Route type
Us Domestic
Corridor activity
Lower demand route
Route corridor
ID 120041,219 miDemand 34/100
Start: Washington, DC → Destination: Houston, TX · via DC, TX
Route summary
A move from Washington to Houston is classified as a High route with an estimated distance of 1,219 miles.
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Migration on this corridor
Official statistics record approximately 1,461 people moving on this corridor (us state-to-state flow), for Fri Jan 01 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) to Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time). Source: US Census ACS State-to-State Migration Flows 2022.
Estimated costs
For a typical home on this corridor, estimated moving costs range from $1,491 – $3,131, with a midpoint around $2,300. Figures are estimates — request quotes for binding prices.
Distance & transit
- Estimated distance
- 1,219 mi
- Estimated journey time
- ~22 hrs
- Estimated transit
- 4–8 days
- Peak season
- May–Aug
Distance and transit estimates are based on corrected route intelligence and location data. Actual costs and timings vary.
When to book
Movers on this corridor are typically booked about 28 days ahead. Peak demand runs May–Aug. Booking outside peak can reduce cost and improve availability.
Comparing movers
Request at least three quotes from participating moving companies who operate on the Washington → Houston corridor. Compare included services, insurance, transit windows and availability — not headline price alone.
Route considerations
- • Book movers about four weeks ahead on this corridor
- • Confirm parking, elevator bookings and walk-up access at both addresses
- • List bulky items before the survey so quotes cover the real load
- • Compare at least three quotes — included services, not headline price
Compare similar corridors
Same origin, alternative destinations — costs and demand from our route database.
| Route | Est. cost | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| This route (current) | $2,311 | 34 |
| Washington to New York | $2,311 | 32 |
| Washington to Los Angeles | $1,347 | 46 |
| Washington to Chicago | $2,218 | 37 |
| Washington to Phoenix | $2,282 | 7 |
| Washington to Philadelphia | $1,556 | 99 |
Cost breakdown by home size
Most common on this corridor: 2–3 bedrooms. Estimates only — not quotes.
| Home size | Range | Typical |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 – $1,722 | $1,250 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,118 – $2,348 | $1,750 |
| 2 bedroomsCommon | $1,491 – $3,131 | $2,300 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,938 – $4,070 | $3,000 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $2,385 – $5,009 | $3,700 |
These ranges are modelled estimates for planning — not prices from movers. Get real quotes from suppliers on this corridor. Methodology
Cost by moving method
Only methods with a sourced band for this corridor are listed. Missing methods are omitted rather than shown as $0–$0.
| Method | What’s included | Estimated range |
|---|---|---|
| Full-service movers | Typical 2–3 bedroom household, door to door | $1,491 – $3,131 |
Full-service figures come from this route’s cost band. Container figures come from MQE corridor shipping data where a matching origin/destination country pair exists. Rental truck and freight-trailer rows are omitted until a sourced band exists. Methodology
Common add-ons
These services are often quoted separately. We do not publish dollar amounts here unless a sourced band exists for this corridor.
| Add-on | How it’s priced |
|---|---|
| Packing service | Full or partial packing is quoted after a survey. Fragile and custom packing is usually priced separately from the base move. |
| Storage in transit | Short-term warehouse storage between collection and delivery. Ask for a daily or weekly rate in the quote, tied to your dates. |
| Shuttle / access fee | Applies when a full-size truck cannot reach the door — narrow streets, long carry, or no elevator. Confirmed on survey, not from a generic table. |
| Piano or specialty items | Pianos, safes, and oversized art need specialist handling. Movers price these from the inventory list, not a site-wide average. |
| Vehicle shipping | Open or enclosed auto transport is quoted separately from the household move. Ask for it on the same survey if you need both. |
How to plan your move
- Book movers about 28 days ahead so crews and trucks are still available.
- List bulky items (beds, appliances, gym kit) before the survey so quotes cover the real load, not a bedroom guess.
- Confirm parking, elevator bookings, and walk-up access at both addresses. Shuttle or long-carry fees show up here, not in the headline range.
- Peak demand runs May–Aug. If dates are flexible, moving outside that window usually improves availability.
- Request at least three quotes from movers who operate this corridor. Compare what’s included (packing, insurance, transit window) — not headline price alone.
- Plan around a 4–8 days delivery window rather than a single calendar day.
Our take
Our take: Washington to Houston is a high-complexity move across about 1,219 miles. Typical $1,491 – $3,131 for a 2–3 bedroom home, with movers typically booked 28 days ahead and peak demand May–Aug. Figures on this page combine measured corridor data with quote-time surveys. Compare three quotes before you commit.
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FMCSA-listed moving companies in Washington, DC
Active US household-goods carriers from the FMCSA Company Census for this city. Names and USDOT numbers are the federal record — not reviews or endorsements. Moving to Washington guide
| Company | USDOT | Power units | Federal record |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARGO VAN CARRIER SERVICES | 4132079 | 2,022 | FMCSA snapshot |
| METROHOMES INC | 2064678 | 17 | FMCSA snapshot |
| GOODWILL OF GREATER WASHINGTON | 457561 | 13 | FMCSA snapshot |
| S TAYLOR CONSULTANT | 4347856 | 8 | FMCSA snapshot |
| DRIVER | 4159865 | 6 | FMCSA snapshot |
| BREAD FOR THE CITY INC | 2796471 | 5 | FMCSA snapshot |
| DC METROPOLITAN CONSTRUCTION INC | 7171395 | 5 | FMCSA snapshot |
| DOUGLAS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | 2128335 | 3 | FMCSA snapshot |
Showing 8 of 82 active household-goods carriers listed for this city, ordered by reported fleet size.
Source: FMCSA Company Census (data.transportation.gov az4n-8mr2), household-goods flag, active only.
FMCSA-listed moving companies in Houston, TX
Active US household-goods carriers from the FMCSA Company Census for this city. Names and USDOT numbers are the federal record — not reviews or endorsements. Moving to Houston guide
| Company | USDOT | Power units | Federal record |
|---|---|---|---|
| SADDLE UP MOVERS LLC | 4075448 | 73,650 | FMCSA snapshot |
| SHOWUPTRUCKING LLC | 4100267 | 65,005 | FMCSA snapshot |
| VETERAN MOVING GUYS | 4186543 | 30,000 | FMCSA snapshot |
| DIESELS TRANSPORTATION | 3932076 | 20,013 | FMCSA snapshot |
| NEW 4 YOU CONSIGNMENT STORE & TRUCKING | 3918356 | 7,500 | FMCSA snapshot |
| MEDRANO MOVERS | 3980930 | 4,044 | FMCSA snapshot |
| PALLETIZED TRUCKING INC | 152429 | 243 | FMCSA snapshot |
| TRI COAST CARRIERS | 5235245 | 200 | FMCSA snapshot |
Showing 8 of 1363 active household-goods carriers listed for this city, ordered by reported fleet size.
Source: FMCSA Company Census (data.transportation.gov az4n-8mr2), household-goods flag, active only.
Truck rental, storage, insurance and packing in Washington
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Van and truck rental
Self-move truck hire for loading day.
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Moving-company referral
FMCSA household-goods listings for this city.
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Self storage
Short-term storage if keys do not line up.
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Renters and home insurance
Renters or home cover for the new address.
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Boxes and packing supplies
Boxes and packing materials for the move.
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Moving cost estimate tools
Explore this route
Related UK and international corridors, city hubs, and removal tools — active routes only.
City hubs & tools
Storage options
Short-term and in-transit storage for Washington → Houston moves.
Vehicle shipping
Ship a car on the same corridor as your household move.
Open carrier auto transport
Economical option for standard vehicles.
Demand score 45/100
Neighbourhoods in Houston
Popular areas for relocations — access and building type affect move cost.
Central
Popular relocation area — access and building type affect move cost.
North District
Popular relocation area — access and building type affect move cost.
West End
Popular relocation area — access and building type affect move cost.
Schools & relocation resources
Helpful links for families and professionals moving to Houston.
How we calculate estimates
- Distance
- Road miles between origin and destination, adjusted for typical interstate routing.
- Move size
- Cost bands by bedroom count from historical quote patterns on this corridor.
- Demand
- Moving activity and typical booking lead times on this corridor.
- Seasonality
- Peak and off-peak months derived from monthly demand indices.
- Transit
- Door-to-door windows based on distance and carrier schedules.
Route planning guide
Route overview
Compare moving costs, route distance, search demand and free quotes for moving from Washington to Houston.
About Washington
Washington, DC moves vary by building access, parking restrictions and load size.
About Houston
Houston, TX is a common relocation destination.
Checklist
- ✓ Book movers about four weeks ahead on this corridor
- ✓ Confirm parking, elevator bookings and walk-up access at both addresses
- ✓ List bulky items before the survey so quotes cover the real load
- ✓ Compare at least three quotes — included services, not headline price
Money-saving tips
- → Declutter — volume drives quotes
- → Move mid-week or outside May–August if dates are flexible
- → Ask whether packing is included before you compare headline prices
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to move from Washington to Houston?
- A typical 2–3 bedrooms move on this corridor runs $1,491–$3,131, with a midpoint around $2,311. Final price depends on inventory, access, and move date.
- What is the cheapest month to move from Washington to Houston?
- Our route data flags January as the cheapest month on this corridor. Peak demand runs May–Aug.
- How long does it take to move from Washington to Houston?
- Most movers quote 4–8 days door-to-door. Driving is roughly 22 hours without long stops.
- Do movers offer storage on this route?
- Many interstate movers offer short-term storage at origin or destination. Mention your dates when requesting quotes.
Written by Simon Aarons · Reviewed against MQE route data · Last updated 20 Aug 2026
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