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

Movers from Branson to Temecula

About 1,607 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,600–$9,830, delivery in 5–10 days, 19 carriers on the Branson side and 102 in Temecula.

1,607 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,600–$9,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Branson, Missouri
To: Temecula, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,607 miles (1,362 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 19 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 102 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Temecula → Branson

Moving from Branson to Temecula is a cross-country move of roughly 1,607 road miles, heading west from Missouri to California.

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 $6,600 to $9,830 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 28 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 102 around Temecula (50 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 Temecula.

Branson has a population of about 13,000 and Temecula about 114,865. Temecula is the denser city (2,949 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 Temecula

Full-service estimate for 1,607 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,930
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,960	$4,830	$5,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,600	$8,050	$9,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,570	$12,890	$15,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,530	$17,720	$21,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,250–$3,180

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

Portable container

$2,450–$3,610

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

Full-service mover

$6,600–$9,830

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 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 Temecula (destination)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3726885
MC: 1314053
Based in: Temecula, CA 92592 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (951) 553-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1968191
MC: 733054
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 296-5757 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4316695
MC: 1683488
Based in: Temecula, CA 92590 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (951) 834-3539 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3704517
MC: 1297579
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Transistions INC

USDOT: 4055879
MC: 1537960
Based in: Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (951) 561-3449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bald Eagle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert J Burg

USDOT: 675983
MC: 315464
Based in: Fallbrook, CA 92028 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (949) 874-8222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1864862
MC: 674258
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (909) 717-8115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Radu Danciu

USDOT: 2588395
MC: 907553
Based in: Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (661) 414-2752 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 102 movers in Temecula

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Temecula accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,930 for a studio, $3,960 to $5,900 for a one-bedroom, $6,600 to $9,830 for a two-bedroom, $10,570 to $15,720 for a three-bedroom and $14,530 to $21,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Temecula from Branson?

About 1,607 road miles (1,362 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Temecula?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,250 to $3,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,450 to $3,610. 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–Temecula corridor.