Long-distance · From Dallas–Fort Worth
Dallas to Washington movers
Green Van Lines moves households from Dallas–Fort Worth to Seattle and Spokane. The Washington lanes run 1,830–2,100 road miles with a 5–9 day delivery window, and every one starts from our base in Farmers Branch.
- Lanes we run
- 3
- Distance
- 1,830–2,100 mi
- Transit window
- 5–9 days
Dallas–Fort Worth to Washington: the lanes
Road miles and the door-to-door delivery window we plan each lane around. Your written estimate confirms both for your exact addresses and date.
| Route | Miles | Transit | Main corridor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas to Spokane | 1,830 | 5–8 days | I-35 North, I-70 West, I-84 West, then I-90 East across Washington into Spokane |
| Fort Worth to Seattle | 2,080 | 6–9 days | I-35 North, I-70 West, I-84 West, then I-90 West into Seattle |
| Dallas to Seattle | 2,100 | 6–9 days | I-35 North, I-70 West across the Rockies, I-84 West along the Columbia, then I-90 into Seattle |
After you arrive
New-resident rules in Washington
The deadlines Texans most often ask us about after a Washington delivery, taken from Washington’s own government pages. Check the linked page before you rely on it, because states change these rules.
Driver's license
You have 30 days after moving to Washington to get your driver license.
Official sourceVehicle registration
You have 30 days after moving to Washington to register your vehicle.
Official sourceVehicle checks
No emissions test: Washington's emission check program ended on January 1, 2020.
Official sourceOn the move
Washington's mountain passes post traction and chain requirements in winter. Under a chains-required sign, every vehicle except 4WD and AWD must chain up, with a $500 fine.
Official sourceMoving to Washington from Texas: questions
How long does a move from Dallas to Washington take?
Our Washington lanes run 5 to 9 days door to door, depending on the city. Dallas to Spokane (1,830 miles) is 5–8 days. Your written estimate confirms the window for your addresses.
How soon do I need a Washington driver's license after moving from Texas?
You have 30 days after moving to Washington to get your driver license.
When do I have to register my car in Washington?
You have 30 days after moving to Washington to register your vehicle.
Does my car need an inspection in Washington?
No emissions test: Washington's emission check program ended on January 1, 2020.
Next step
Moving to Washington? Get a written estimate.
Tell us where you are leaving from, where you are going, and roughly what is coming with you. A Green Van Lines move coordinator will confirm your lane and your window in writing.
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