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Independence, MO

Chico, CA → Independence, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Chico to Independence

About 1,724 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,810–$10,130, delivery in 5–10 days, 47 carriers on the Chico side and 214 in Independence.

  • 1,724 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,810–$10,1302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,724 miles (1,461 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
47 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination
214 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Independence → Chico

Independence sits about 1,724 miles east of Chico, which makes this an interstate relocation from California 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 $6,810 to $10,130 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Chico side there are 47 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 214 around Independence (159 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 Independence.

Chico has a population of about 105,081 and Independence about 121,675. Chico is considerably denser (2,976 people per square mile versus 1,577), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Chico to Independence

Full-service estimate for 1,724 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,720 $3,320 $4,050
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,080 $4,980 $6,080
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,810 $8,300 $10,130
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,890 $13,280 $16,200
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,980 $18,260 $22,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,370–$3,350

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,760

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

Full-service mover

$6,810–$10,130

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 Chico (origin)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT
2616732
MC
1018786
Based in
Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3421940
MC
1416634
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT
1632139
MC
601878
Based in
Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT
2672752
MC
1291331
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2460069
MC
849884
Based in
Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT
3369808
MC
1080234
Based in
Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT
1216126
MC
507371
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4350535
MC
1700995
Based in
Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

Near Independence (destination)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
64159
MC
66886
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64108 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3037609
MC
43068
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (806) 412-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & S Enterprise Of Kansas City INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2116647
MC
737778
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Disposal Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jim'S Disposal Service LLC

USDOT
1290317
MC
875006
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (816) 221-1932 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sia Intermodal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transport LLC

USDOT
2097651
MC
731771
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 214 movers in Independence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chico to Independence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,720 to $4,050 for a studio, $4,080 to $6,080 for a one-bedroom, $6,810 to $10,130 for a two-bedroom, $10,890 to $16,200 for a three-bedroom and $14,980 to $22,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Independence from Chico?

About 1,724 road miles (1,461 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 California 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 Chico to Independence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,370 to $3,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,760. 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 Chico–Independence corridor.