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Athens, GA → Independence, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Athens to Independence

About 832 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,040–$6,010, delivery in 2–5 days, 312 carriers on the Athens side and 214 in Independence.

  • 832 miroad distance
  • 15 h 3 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,040–$6,0102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 832 miles (705 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 3 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
312 (166 interstate)
Movers at destination
214 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Independence → Athens

Moving from Athens to Independence is a long-distance move of roughly 832 road miles, heading northwest from Georgia to Missouri.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,040 to $6,010 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 3 min.

On the Athens side there are 312 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (166 of them authorized for interstate work), and 214 around Independence (159 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Independence.

Athens has a population of about 128,612 and Independence about 121,675. Independence is the denser city (1,577 people per square mile versus 1,095 in Athens), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Athens to Independence

Full-service estimate for 832 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,620 $1,970 $2,400
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,420 $2,950 $3,600
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,040 $4,920 $6,010
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,460 $7,880 $9,610
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,880 $10,830 $13,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,150–$1,630

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,760–$2,590

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,040–$6,010

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Athens, GA → Independence, MO. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Athens (origin)

Lindsay Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
830257
MC
468785
Based in
Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (706) 549-8902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Keeling Group LLC

USDOT
1142555
MC
454168
Based in
Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (706) 227-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

University Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gee Transport INC

USDOT
864502
MC
667732
Based in
Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (706) 353-1141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Puff Land

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crawford Handling LLC

USDOT
4253552
MC
1649165
Based in
Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (706) 201-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1810822
MC
676733
Based in
Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (706) 354-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duncan Transportation Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2056835
MC
719961
Based in
Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (706) 424-6740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Albany

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sullivan Brothers Ventures INC

USDOT
4339831
MC
1728857
Based in
Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (229) 329-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Transport Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3965988
MC
1480525
Based in
Athens, GA 30601 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (706) 352-1434 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 312 movers in Athens

Near Independence (destination)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
64159
MC
66886
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64108 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3037609
MC
43068
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (806) 412-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & S Enterprise Of Kansas City INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2116647
MC
737778
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Disposal Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jim'S Disposal Service LLC

USDOT
1290317
MC
875006
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (816) 221-1932 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sia Intermodal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transport LLC

USDOT
2097651
MC
731771
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 214 movers in Independence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Athens to Independence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,620 to $2,400 for a studio, $2,420 to $3,600 for a one-bedroom, $4,040 to $6,010 for a two-bedroom, $6,460 to $9,610 for a three-bedroom and $8,880 to $13,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Independence from Athens?

About 832 road miles (705 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Georgia into Missouri makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Athens to Independence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,150 to $1,630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,760 to $2,590. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Athens–Independence corridor.