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Branson, MO → Oakland, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Branson to Oakland

About 1,874 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,070–$10,510, delivery in 5–10 days, 19 carriers on the Branson side and 832 in Oakland.

  • 1,874 miroad distance
  • 33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,070–$10,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,874 miles (1,588 straight-line)
Drive time
33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
19 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Branson

Oakland sits about 1,874 miles west of Branson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,070 to $10,510 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 33 hours (4 driving days).

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 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Branson has a population of about 13,000 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 592 in Branson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Missouri, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Branson to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 1,874 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,830 $3,450 $4,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,240 $5,170 $6,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,070 $8,620 $10,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,310 $13,790 $16,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,550 $18,960 $23,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,680–$3,780

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

Portable container

$2,690–$3,960

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

Full-service mover

$7,070–$10,510

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

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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 Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 832 movers in Oakland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Branson to Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,830 to $4,210 for a studio, $4,240 to $6,310 for a one-bedroom, $7,070 to $10,510 for a two-bedroom, $11,310 to $16,820 for a three-bedroom and $15,550 to $23,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Branson?

About 1,874 road miles (1,588 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Missouri into California 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 Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,680 to $3,780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,690 to $3,960. 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–Oakland corridor.