Dodge City, KS → Springfield, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Dodge City to Springfield

About 438 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,950–$4,390, delivery in 1–3 days, 10 carriers on the Dodge City side and 135 in Springfield.

438 miroad distance
8 h 15 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,950–$4,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dodge City, Kansas
To: Springfield, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 438 miles (371 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 15 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Dodge City

Moving from Dodge City to Springfield is a regional long-distance move of roughly 438 road miles, heading east from Kansas 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 $2,950 to $4,390 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 15 min.

On the Dodge City side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 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.

Dodge City has a population of about 28,000 and Springfield about 169,847. The two cities have comparable density (1,885 and 2,053 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Dodge City to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 438 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,180	$1,440	$1,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,770	$2,160	$2,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,950	$3,600	$4,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,730	$5,760	$7,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,500	$7,920	$9,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$600–$850

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$2,950–$4,390

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 Dodge City (origin)

A & J Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Andy Hessman

USDOT: 1447152
MC: 544882
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (620) 408-7988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gonzalez Ltl Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4192524
MC: 1616004
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (620) 339-2584 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gunsmoke Motors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4361075
MC: 1706574
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (620) 430-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blansolo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8073832
MC: 63832851
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (201) 772-1971 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Towing And Recovery

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dodge City Salvage Recycling INC

USDOT: 954530
MC: 1334543
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (620) 227-8606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eli Cook Construction LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2370991
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (620) 338-6034 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & M Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Duane Nietling

USDOT: 2538115
Based in: Dodge City, KS 67801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (620) 338-3780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3995376
MC: 1500061
Based in: Jetmore, KS 67854 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (620) 357-1281 Route Verify on FMCSA

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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

Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Dodge City–Springfield corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Springfield: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dodge City to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,770 to $2,640 for a one-bedroom, $2,950 to $4,390 for a two-bedroom, $4,730 to $7,030 for a three-bedroom and $6,500 to $9,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Dodge City?

About 438 road miles (371 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Kansas 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 Dodge City to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $600 to $850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,070. 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 Dodge City–Springfield corridor.