Moving from Washington, DC to Bridgeport, CT
About 300 miles across a state line, from District of Columbia into Connecticut, 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 Washington, DC to Bridgeport, CT covers about 300 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,350 – $1,800 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 193 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 300 miles, about 5 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,350 – $1,800. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 5 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Washington to Bridgeport
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,013 – $1,350 | $729 – $972 | $486 – $648 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,215 – $1,620 | $875 – $1,166 | $583 – $778 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,350 – $1,800 | $972 – $1,296 | $648 – $864 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,553 – $2,070 | $1,118 – $1,490 | $745 – $994 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,755 – $2,340 | $1,264 – $1,685 | $842 – $1,123 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,025 – $2,700 | $1,458 – $1,944 | $972 – $1,296 |
Transport only, for an estimated 300 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, Washington to Bridgeport
300 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,500. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,350 to $1,800, 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 Washington to Bridgeport
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 193 people a year (±137) moved from District of Columbia, DC, home to Washington, to Fairfield County, CT, home to Bridgeport. Going the other way: about 347 people a year (±164). Movers from District of Columbia make up 0.6% of the 34,179 people a year who moved into Fairfield County from another county or state.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Prince George's County, MD | 10,730 ±1,168 |
| Montgomery County, MD | 5,618 ±673 |
| Arlington County, VA | 3,566 ±703 |
| Fairfax County, VA | 2,910 ±534 |
| New York County, NY | 1,703 ±345 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Westchester County, NY | 4,675 ±1,028 |
| New Haven County, CT | 4,130 ±601 |
| New York County, NY | 3,718 ±546 |
| Bronx County, NY | 2,071 ±548 |
| Queens County, NY | 1,931 ±673 |
Licensed movers at each end
299 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Washington (481 counting those licensed only inside District of Columbia). 168 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 16.8% of their 949 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JK Moving ServicesUSDOT 1065394 | Sterling · 24 mi | 173 trucks | 107 | 12.3% of 57 |
| Eagle Van Lines IncUSDOT 388638 | Temple Hills · 8 mi | 72 trucks | 94 | 37.7% of 53 |
| Town and Country Movers IncUSDOT 418499 | Gaithersburg · 20 mi | 64 trucks | 75 | 18.9% of 53 |
| A&A Transfer LLCUSDOT 503883 | Chantilly · 26 mi | 62 trucks | 9 | 33.3% of 3 |
| MG Moving ServicesUSDOT 2455961 | Sterling · 24 mi | 58 trucks | 38 | 11.1% of 18 |
| Executive Moving Systems IncUSDOT 487595 | Woodbridge · 22 mi | 34 trucks | 20 | 33.3% of 12 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Bridgeport end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Bridgeport: Alaska to Connecticut Moving (Easton, 2,155 trucks), Pedowitz Machinery Movers (Hauppauge, 67 trucks), Clancy Relocation & Logistics (Patterson, 56 trucks), Plycon Transportation Group (Kings Park, 41 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from District of Columbia into Connecticut, 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 Washington to Bridgeport
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 300 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Bridgeport
A local move inside Bridgeport later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $505 – $831 for a two-bedroom home and $849 – $1,533 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Bridgeport are New Haven (about 19 mi), Stamford (about 23 mi), New Rochelle (about 42 mi).
Other routes from Washington
All routes from Washington, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Washington to Arlington, VA | ~4 mi | $525 – $873 |
| Washington to Annapolis, MD | ~35 mi | $525 – $873 |
| Washington to Baltimore, MD | ~42 mi | $525 – $873 |
| Washington to Frederick, MD | ~48 mi | $525 – $873 |
| Washington to Richmond, VA | ~112 mi | $504 – $672 |
| Washington to Wilmington, DE | ~115 mi | $518 – $690 |
| Washington to Philadelphia, PA | ~144 mi | $648 – $864 |
| Washington to Norfolk, VA | ~172 mi | $774 – $1,032 |
Also moving to Bridgeport: from New Haven, CT, from Hartford, CT, from New York City, NY, from Jersey City, NJ.
Washington to Bridgeport moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Bridgeport?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 300 miles cost about $1,013 – $1,350 for a studio, $1,350 – $1,800 for a two-bedroom home and $1,553 – $2,070 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Washington to Bridgeport take?
The drive is about 5 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Washington to Bridgeport?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $648 – $864 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,350 – $1,800 with full-service movers; a moving container is $972 – $1,296.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Washington to Bridgeport?
Yes. Washington is in District of Columbia and Bridgeport is in Connecticut, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 299 listed movers within 30 miles of Washington hold it.
How many people move from Washington to Bridgeport each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 193 people a year (margin of error ±137) moved from District of Columbia, which contains Washington, to Fairfield County, which contains Bridgeport.
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.