Carson City, NV → Springfield, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Carson City to Springfield

About 1,697 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,140–$9,140, delivery in 5–10 days, 32 carriers on the Carson City side and 135 in Springfield.

1,697 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,140–$9,1402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Carson City, Nevada
To: Springfield, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,697 miles (1,438 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Carson City

Springfield sits about 1,697 miles east of Carson City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nevada to Missouri 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 $6,140 to $9,140 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 Carson City side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 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.

Carson City has a population of about 59,000 and Springfield about 169,847. Springfield is the denser city (2,053 people per square mile versus 406 in Carson City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Nevada, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Carson City to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,697 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,460	$3,000	$3,660
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,690	$4,490	$5,480
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,140	$7,490	$9,140
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,830	$11,990	$14,620
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,510	$16,480	$20,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,310

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

Portable container

$2,530–$3,730

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

Full-service mover

$6,140–$9,140

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 Carson City (origin)

Gentle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Relocations INC

USDOT: 4164289
MC: 1600731
Based in: Carson City, NV 89705 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (559) 547-5704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Contractors & Empire Waste Systems

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Empire Contractors INC

USDOT: 1707107
Based in: Incline Village, NV 89451 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (775) 831-2246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty'S Appliance

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3099902
Based in: Minden, NV 89423 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (775) 782-5099 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&t Consulting Agency LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4512928
MC: 1786930
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (909) 720-9588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minutemen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3802718
MC: 1369347
Based in: Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 541-8305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vogts Logistics And Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3948186
MC: 1468493
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 297-9473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Out Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4176145
MC: 1607125
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (775) 315-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Car Sales & Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4563432
MC: 1814154
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (321) 303-5705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Carson City

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

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 Springfield 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 Carson City to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,460 to $3,660 for a studio, $3,690 to $5,480 for a one-bedroom, $6,140 to $9,140 for a two-bedroom, $9,830 to $14,620 for a three-bedroom and $13,510 to $20,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Carson City?

About 1,697 road miles (1,438 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 Nevada 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 Carson City to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,530 to $3,730. 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 Carson City–Springfield corridor.