Corpus Christi, TX → Cape Girardeau, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Corpus Christi to Cape Girardeau

About 938 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,290–$6,380, delivery in 2–5 days, 98 carriers on the Corpus Christi side and 58 in Cape Girardeau.

938 miroad distance
16 h 52 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,290–$6,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corpus Christi, Texas
To: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 938 miles (795 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 52 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Cape Girardeau → Corpus Christi

Moving from Corpus Christi to Cape Girardeau is a long-distance move of roughly 938 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Missouri.

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 $4,290 to $6,380 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 52 min.

On the Corpus Christi side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 58 around Cape Girardeau (45 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 Cape Girardeau.

Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,247 and Cape Girardeau about 40,000. Corpus Christi is considerably denser (1,960 people per square mile versus 1,351), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Corpus Christi to Cape Girardeau

Full-service estimate for 938 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,090	$2,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,570	$3,140	$3,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,860	$8,370	$10,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,440	$11,510	$14,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,410–$2,000

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,730

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

Full-service mover

$4,290–$6,380

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Corpus Christi (origin)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Corpus Christi LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1645783
MC: 733947
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (361) 883-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4370349
MC: 1711605
Based in: Portland, TX 78374 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (469) 732-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Notch Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2547963
MC: 90025
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (361) 854-7232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom Life Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3383345
MC: 1086221
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 558-3079 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Move In Texas

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Corpus Christi Transfer Co

USDOT: 136463
MC: 69361
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (361) 883-4391 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & Lulu Logistics

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Lulu Trade LLC

USDOT: 4250863
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (361) 396-8151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chilly'S Affordable & Reliable Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Henry Lewis

USDOT: 2820714
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Bomy Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4244834
MC: 1644458
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (910) 977-1916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Corpus Christi

Near Cape Girardeau (destination)

Buchheit Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Buchheit Trucking Service INC

USDOT: 71052
MC: 171405
Based in: Scott City, MO 63780 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 264-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Day Transfer Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2441154
MC: 72958
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 335-3327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spartan Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spartan Truck Lines LLC

USDOT: 1713485
MC: 1090386
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (573) 803-1407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jerry Lipps INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 77535
MC: 118959
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63702 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 335-8204 Verify on FMCSA

Flc Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2786450
MC: 928695
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (417) 302-1201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Helpers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: We R Helpers Incorporated

USDOT: 1542321
MC: 682631
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (573) 335-4357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crutsinger Feed & Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Larry J Crutsinger Jr & Angela C Crutsinger

USDOT: 834650
MC: 429255
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (573) 803-1335 Route Verify on FMCSA

H2os Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2405757
MC: 827659
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 579-8809 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Cape Girardeau

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Cape Girardeau if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corpus Christi to Cape Girardeau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,550 for a studio, $2,570 to $3,830 for a one-bedroom, $4,290 to $6,380 for a two-bedroom, $6,860 to $10,210 for a three-bedroom and $9,440 to $14,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cape Girardeau from Corpus Christi?

About 938 road miles (795 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 52 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Texas 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 Corpus Christi to Cape Girardeau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,410 to $2,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,730. 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 Corpus Christi–Cape Girardeau corridor.