Fullerton, CA → Springfield, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Fullerton to Springfield

About 1,652 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,680–$9,940, delivery in 5–10 days, 846 carriers on the Fullerton side and 135 in Springfield.

1,652 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,680–$9,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fullerton, California
To: Springfield, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,652 miles (1,400 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 846 (361 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Fullerton

The route from Fullerton, CA to Springfield, MO covers roughly 1,652 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,680 to $9,940 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 Fullerton side there are 846 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (361 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.

Fullerton has a population of about 138,675 and Springfield about 169,847. Fullerton is considerably denser (6,411 people per square mile versus 2,053), 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 Fullerton to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,652 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,010	$4,890	$5,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,680	$8,150	$9,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,690	$13,040	$15,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,700	$17,930	$21,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,300–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,670

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

Full-service mover

$6,680–$9,940

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 Fullerton (origin)

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Line Drive Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2483381
MC: 859536
Based in: Anaheim, CA 92806 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 899-0668 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3296394
MC: 1045263
Based in: City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 710576
MC: 327888
Based in: LA Mirada, CA 90638 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3293353
MC: 1043255
Based in: Santa Ana, CA 92707 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 282762
MC: 208837
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 846 movers in Fullerton

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

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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fullerton to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,670 to $3,980 for a studio, $4,010 to $5,970 for a one-bedroom, $6,680 to $9,940 for a two-bedroom, $10,690 to $15,910 for a three-bedroom and $14,700 to $21,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Fullerton?

About 1,652 road miles (1,400 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 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 Fullerton to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,670. 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 Fullerton–Springfield corridor.