Hutchinson, KS → Ames, IA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Hutchinson to Ames

About 419 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,870–$4,280, delivery in 1–3 days, 21 carriers on the Hutchinson side and 55 in Ames.

419 miroad distance
7 h 55 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,870–$4,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hutchinson, Kansas
To: Ames, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 419 miles (355 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 55 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 21 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination: 55 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Ames → Hutchinson

Ames sits about 419 miles northeast of Hutchinson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to Iowa that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,870 to $4,280 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 7 h 55 min.

On the Hutchinson side there are 21 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (15 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Ames (25 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 Ames.

Hutchinson has a population of about 40,000 and Ames about 66,000. Ames is the denser city (2,355 people per square mile versus 1,628 in Hutchinson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Hutchinson to Ames

Full-service estimate for 419 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,150	$1,400	$1,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,870	$3,500	$4,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,600	$5,610	$6,840
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,320	$7,710	$9,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

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

Portable container

$1,390–$2,050

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

Full-service mover

$2,870–$4,280

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hutchinson (origin)

Sturdi-Bilt

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Sturdi Bilt Storage Barns INC

USDOT: 686381
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (620) 663-2288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hershberger Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2203765
MC: 764665
Based in: Buhler, KS 67522 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (620) 543-2990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pelkey LLC

USDOT: 1576340
MC: 807128
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (620) 727-0441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fifth Wheel Yard & Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1439045
MC: 543763
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67502 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (620) 200-0161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Titan

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Titan Always Delivers LLC

USDOT: 3869702
MC: 1416343
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (620) 960-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kjb Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3131693
MC: 93492
Based in: Inman, KS 67546 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (620) 242-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truth Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4000094
MC: 1503123
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (267) 326-5497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childs Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4272049
MC: 1659255
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (505) 619-5328 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

Near Ames (destination)

Central Iowa Towing And Recovery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Iowa Towing And Recovery INC

USDOT: 2359315
MC: 1349765
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (515) 290-4188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hemmen Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 608245
MC: 292343
Based in: Ames, IA 50014 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (515) 268-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J T L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2528339
MC: 887466
Based in: Randall, IA 50231 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (515) 669-1891 Route Verify on FMCSA

V&c Express Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3635053
MC: 1246860
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (904) 418-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Combined Relocation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1666941
MC: 709641
Based in: Huxley, IA 50124 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (515) 276-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alex Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4346742
MC: 1699031
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (515) 817-4521 Route Verify on FMCSA

Property Service Agency LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1433739
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (515) 233-1922 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&a Moving And Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Myers & Associates LLC

USDOT: 2340775
Based in: Madrid, IA 50156 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (515) 795-3676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Ames

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hutchinson to Ames?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,150 to $1,710 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,570 for a one-bedroom, $2,870 to $4,280 for a two-bedroom, $4,600 to $6,840 for a three-bedroom and $6,320 to $9,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ames from Hutchinson?

About 419 road miles (355 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 55 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 Iowa 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 Hutchinson to Ames?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,390 to $2,050. 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 Hutchinson–Ames corridor.