Moving from New York, NY to Seattle, WA Your Complete Guide

2,850
Miles
42 hrs
Drive Time
I-90 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season

Quick Cost Estimator

Personalized estimates for your 2,850-mile move.

Itemized Breakdown

Base cost (2 Bedroom)$3,800
Mileage (2,850 mi × $0.50)$1,425
Estimated Total$5,225

Cost of Living Comparison

Category
New York, NY
Seattle, WA
Cost of Living Index
187
159
Median Home Price
$680,000
$800,000
Median 1BR Rent
$3,200/mo
$2,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$180
$120
Grocery Index
116
108

Best Stops Along the Way

Breaking up a 2,850-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between New York, NY and Seattle, WA.

Cleveland, OH

A revitalized Great Lakes city with world-class cultural institutions. Home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a passionate sports fanbase.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Clinic, and West Side Market

Buffalo, NY

A resurgent city near Niagara Falls with impressive architecture and a proud blue-collar spirit. Birthplace of the chicken wing.

Buffalo wings, Niagara Falls proximity, and Frank Lloyd Wright architecture

Sioux Falls, SD

South Dakota's largest city built around the stunning Falls Park on the Big Sioux River. One of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest.

Falls Park, SculptureWalk, and excellent quality of life

Billings, MT

Montana's largest city and a gateway to outdoor adventures in the Northern Rockies. Sits atop dramatic sandstone rimrocks overlooking the Yellowstone River.

Rimrocks, Yellowstone River, and gateway to national parks

State Transition Guide: New YorkWashington

Moving from New York to Washington? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.

Driver's License

Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Washington

Vehicle Registration

Register vehicle within 30 days in Washington
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in select areas

Things to Know About Washington

  • No state income tax but sales tax can exceed 10% in some areas
  • Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks are headquartered here
  • Rain is frequent west of the Cascades—east side is much drier

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive is approximately 2,850 miles via I-90 West, taking about 42 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 6 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.

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