Moving from Montgomery, AL to Washington, DC
About 802 miles across a state line, from Alabama into District of Columbia, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Montgomery, AL to Washington, DC covers about 802 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $3,609 – $4,812 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 125 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 802 miles between Alabama and District of Columbia, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $3,609 – $4,812 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- 2 days on the road (about 15 hours of driving)
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Montgomery to Washington
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,707 – $3,609 | $1,949 – $2,598 | $1,299 – $1,732 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,248 – $4,331 | $2,339 – $3,118 | $1,559 – $2,079 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,609 – $4,812 | $2,598 – $3,465 | $1,732 – $2,310 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,150 – $5,534 | $2,988 – $3,984 | $1,992 – $2,656 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,692 – $6,256 | $3,378 – $4,504 | $2,252 – $3,003 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $5,414 – $7,218 | $3,898 – $5,197 | $2,598 – $3,465 |
Transport only, for an estimated 802 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Montgomery to Washington
802 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $4,010. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $3,609 to $4,812, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Montgomery to Washington
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 125 people a year (±110) moved from Montgomery County, AL, home to Montgomery, to District of Columbia, DC, home to Washington. Going the other way: about 20 people a year (±30). Movers from Montgomery County make up 0.2% of the 56,680 people a year who moved into District of Columbia from another county or state.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Elmore County, AL | 1,493 ±564 |
| Jefferson County, AL | 768 ±268 |
| Autauga County, AL | 649 ±299 |
| Madison County, AL | 505 ±215 |
| Lee County, AL | 449 ±260 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Prince George's County, MD | 5,604 ±979 |
| Montgomery County, MD | 4,380 ±582 |
| Arlington County, VA | 2,881 ±512 |
| Fairfax County, VA | 2,217 ±690 |
| Middlesex County, MA | 1,538 ±527 |
Licensed movers at each end
7 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Montgomery (19 counting those licensed only inside Alabama). 0 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Zebra Moving of Montgomery AlUSDOT 3976058 | Montgomery · 9 mi | 4 trucks | 0 | — |
| Southern Van Lines Services LLCUSDOT 4434947 | Autaugaville · 25 mi | 4 trucks | 0 | — |
| Jubilee City Movers LLCUSDOT 4099369 | Montgomery · 4 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| AAA Associates Moving & Storage LLCUSDOT 938216 | Montgomery · 6 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Apex Movers LLCUSDOT 4530218 | Montgomery · 2 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
| Armstrong RelocationUSDOT 1462031 | Montgomery · 9 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Washington end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Washington: JK Moving Services (Sterling, 173 trucks), Eagle Van Lines Inc (Temple Hills, 72 trucks), Town and Country Movers Inc (Gaithersburg, 64 trucks), A&A Transfer LLC (Chantilly, 62 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Alabama into District of Columbia, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Montgomery to Washington
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 802 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Washington
A local move inside Washington later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $525 – $873 for a two-bedroom home and $885 – $1,614 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Washington are Arlington (about 4 mi), Annapolis (about 35 mi), Baltimore (about 42 mi).
Other routes from Montgomery
All routes from Montgomery, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery to Birmingham, AL | ~98 mi | $435 – $719 |
| Montgomery to Columbus, GA | ~98 mi | $435 – $719 |
| Montgomery to Atlanta, GA | ~171 mi | $770 – $1,026 |
| Montgomery to Mobile, AL | ~181 mi | $815 – $1,086 |
| Montgomery to Huntsville, AL | ~190 mi | $855 – $1,140 |
| Montgomery to Tallahassee, FL | ~209 mi | $941 – $1,254 |
| Montgomery to Nashville, TN | ~306 mi | $1,377 – $1,836 |
| Montgomery to Louisville, KY | ~475 mi | $2,138 – $2,850 |
Also moving to Washington: from Arlington, VA, from Annapolis, MD, from Baltimore, MD, from Richmond, VA.
Montgomery to Washington moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to Washington?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 802 miles cost about $2,707 – $3,609 for a studio, $3,609 – $4,812 for a two-bedroom home and $4,150 – $5,534 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Montgomery to Washington take?
The drive is 2 days on the road (about 15 hours of driving), but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Montgomery to Washington?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,732 – $2,310 for a two-bedroom home, against $3,609 – $4,812 with full-service movers; a moving container is $2,598 – $3,465.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Montgomery to Washington?
Yes. Montgomery is in Alabama and Washington is in District of Columbia, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 7 listed movers within 30 miles of Montgomery hold it.
How many people move from Montgomery to Washington each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 125 people a year (margin of error ±110) moved from Montgomery County, which contains Montgomery, to District of Columbia, which contains Washington.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.