Bakersfield, CA → Springfield, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Bakersfield to Springfield

About 1,694 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,760–$10,050, delivery in 5–10 days, 270 carriers on the Bakersfield side and 135 in Springfield.

1,694 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,760–$10,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bakersfield, California
To: Springfield, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,694 miles (1,435 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 270 (144 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Bakersfield

The route from Bakersfield, CA to Springfield, MO covers roughly 1,694 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,760 to $10,050 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bakersfield side there are 270 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (144 of them authorized for interstate work), and 135 around Springfield (106 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 Springfield.

Bakersfield has a population of about 422,165 and Springfield about 169,847. Bakersfield is considerably denser (2,693 people per square mile versus 2,053), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Bakersfield to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,694 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,700	$3,300	$4,020
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,760	$8,240	$10,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,810	$13,180	$16,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,860	$18,120	$22,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,300

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

Portable container

$2,530–$3,720

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

Full-service mover

$6,760–$10,050

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Bakersfield (origin)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1662332
MC: 611291
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 952-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2532550
MC: 880258
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (661) 214-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stevens Transportation INC

USDOT: 145059
MC: 1418017
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 366-3286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1835079
MC: 665263
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (661) 343-2647 Route Verify on FMCSA

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Patiala Express INC

USDOT: 2051219
MC: 762376
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (661) 889-1209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836260
MC: 457298
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (661) 735-1111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394496
MC: 1724252
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (323) 323-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1587174
MC: 587583
Based in: Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (661) 556-3680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

Near Springfield (destination)

Transland

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tcsi-Transland INC

USDOT: 614326
MC: 294707
Based in: Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (417) 864-5710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1573208
MC: 582690
Based in: Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 160 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (417) 730-1360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sgc Foodservice

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Springfield Grocer Company

USDOT: 3849
MC: 649433
Based in: Springfield, MO 65807 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 149 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (417) 883-4230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sierra Expediting INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1523843
MC: 568961
Based in: Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 123 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (916) 818-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sierra Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3079298
MC: 65737
Based in: Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (916) 818-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & M Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1632357
MC: 601951
Based in: Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (860) 349-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sentry Motor Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 876428
MC: 383887
Based in: Willard, MO 65781 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (479) 420-1039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reznik Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2427133
MC: 836389
Based in: Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (916) 877-8555 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Springfield

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bakersfield to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,020 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,030 for a one-bedroom, $6,760 to $10,050 for a two-bedroom, $10,810 to $16,080 for a three-bedroom and $14,860 to $22,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Bakersfield?

About 1,694 road miles (1,435 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California 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 Bakersfield to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,530 to $3,720. 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 Bakersfield–Springfield corridor.