Washington, DC

Branson, MO → Washington, DC · Long-distance move

Movers from Branson to Washington

About 1,064 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,160–$7,680, delivery in 3–7 days, 19 carriers on the Branson side and 1,904 in Washington.

  • 1,064 miroad distance
  • 19 h 3 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,160–$7,6802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,064 miles (902 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 3 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
19 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,904 (1,206 interstate)

Reverse: Washington → Branson

Washington sits about 1,064 miles east of Branson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to District of Columbia that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,160 to $7,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 3 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 1,904 around Washington (1,206 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 Washington.

Branson has a population of about 13,000 and Washington about 693,645. Washington is the denser city (11,286 people per square mile versus 592 in Branson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. District of Columbia 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 Washington

Full-service estimate for 1,064 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,070 $2,520 $3,070
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,100 $3,780 $4,610
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,160 $6,300 $7,680
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,260 $10,080 $12,290
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,360 $13,850 $16,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$5,160–$7,680

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

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

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2435892
MC
1570931
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3624
MC
107803
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

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

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2455026
MC
847753
Based in
Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

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

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3032013
MC
39892
Based in
Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 19 movers in Branson

Near Washington (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
436004
MC
239770
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
388638
MC
208997
Based in
Temple Hills, MD 20748 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3308320
MC
1053236
Based in
Beltsville, MD 20705 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2442344
MC
44829
Based in
Vienna, VA 22182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
6903
MC
1664339
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2845842
MC
954130
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4231672
MC
1637268
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3268506
MC
1031430
Based in
Hyattsville, MD 20785 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,070 for a studio, $3,100 to $4,610 for a one-bedroom, $5,160 to $7,680 for a two-bedroom, $8,260 to $12,290 for a three-bedroom and $11,360 to $16,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Washington from Branson?

About 1,064 road miles (902 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 District of Columbia 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 Washington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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–Washington corridor.