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Branson, MO → New Orleans, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Branson to New Orleans

About 581 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,350–$4,980, delivery in 2–5 days, 19 carriers on the Branson side and 227 in New Orleans.

  • 581 miroad distance
  • 10 h 43 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,350–$4,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 581 miles (493 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 43 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
19 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
227 (125 interstate)

Reverse: New Orleans → Branson

The route from Branson, MO to New Orleans, LA covers roughly 581 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $3,350 to $4,980 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 10 h 43 min.

On the Branson side there are 19 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 227 around New Orleans (125 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 New Orleans.

Branson has a population of about 13,000 and New Orleans about 362,154. New Orleans is the denser city (2,265 people per square mile versus 592 in Branson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Branson to New Orleans

Full-service estimate for 581 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,340 $1,630 $1,990
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,010 $2,450 $2,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,350 $4,090 $4,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,360 $6,540 $7,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,370 $8,990 $10,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$900–$1,270

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

Portable container

$1,540–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,350–$4,980

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Branson, MO → New Orleans, LA. 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 Branson (origin)

Lnr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2109108
MC
735398
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (417) 683-5456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slapout Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3062295
MC
55984
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (870) 688-6801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jones Trucking Lines LLC

USDOT
2435892
MC
1570931
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (870) 416-1541 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Yankee Enterprises INC

USDOT
3624
MC
107803
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (870) 416-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Solid Rock Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3269704
MC
1032005
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (417) 543-1223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacob R Keller

USDOT
2455026
MC
847753
Based in
Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (417) 337-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pda Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1760410
MC
643614
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (870) 743-3078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cpnr Enterprises LLC

USDOT
3032013
MC
39892
Based in
Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (870) 577-7468 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Branson

Near New Orleans (destination)

T C I Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Consultants INC

USDOT
330295
MC
213682
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (504) 734-0561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larsen Intermodal Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507293
MC
259966
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70129 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 243-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moon' S Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
467892
MC
446826
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 219-1895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genius Trucking LLC

USDOT
2597749
MC
912065
Based in
Metairie, LA 70002 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (504) 900-1501 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Machinery Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237453
MC
187098
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (504) 834-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haynes Motor Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
77755
MC
154678
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70117 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (504) 944-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perrone And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1484140
MC
1007901
Based in
Metairie, LA 70001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 455-3663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edwards Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1453720
MC
617938
Based in
Harvey, LA 70058 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 554-2122 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 227 movers in New Orleans

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Branson to New Orleans?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,340 to $1,990 for a studio, $2,010 to $2,990 for a one-bedroom, $3,350 to $4,980 for a two-bedroom, $5,360 to $7,980 for a three-bedroom and $7,370 to $10,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Orleans from Branson?

About 581 road miles (493 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 43 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 Missouri into Louisiana 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 Branson to New Orleans?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $900 to $1,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,540 to $2,260. 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 Branson–New Orleans corridor.