Bakersfield, CA

Hutchinson, KS → Bakersfield, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hutchinson to Bakersfield

About 1,395 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,110–$9,090, delivery in 3–7 days, 21 carriers on the Hutchinson side and 270 in Bakersfield.

  • 1,395 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,110–$9,0902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,395 miles (1,183 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
21 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination
270 (144 interstate)

Reverse: Bakersfield → Hutchinson

Bakersfield sits about 1,395 miles west of Hutchinson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to California that most movers classify as a 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 $6,110 to $9,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 270 around Bakersfield (144 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 Bakersfield.

Hutchinson has a population of about 40,000 and Bakersfield about 422,165. Bakersfield is the denser city (2,693 people per square mile versus 1,628 in Hutchinson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hutchinson to Bakersfield

Full-service estimate for 1,395 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,440 $2,980 $3,630
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,660 $4,470 $5,450
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,110 $7,450 $9,090
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,770 $11,920 $14,540
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,430 $16,380 $19,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,030–$2,870

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,330

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

Full-service mover

$6,110–$9,090

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 Hutchinson (origin)

Sturdi-Bilt

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

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

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate
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

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

Titan

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

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

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

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

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

Near Bakersfield (destination)

F B T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1662332
MC
611291
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
250 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Roadies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2532550
MC
880258
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
141 trucks, 332 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Stevens Trucking Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
145059
MC
1418017
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93307 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
112 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Arora Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1835079
MC
665263
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

P E I

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2051219
MC
762376
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Sidhu Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
836260
MC
457298
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93308 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Isla Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4394496
MC
1724252
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93309 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Sohi Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1587174
MC
587583
Based in
Bakersfield, CA 93313 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 270 movers in Bakersfield

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,440 to $3,630 for a studio, $3,660 to $5,450 for a one-bedroom, $6,110 to $9,090 for a two-bedroom, $9,770 to $14,540 for a three-bedroom and $13,430 to $19,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bakersfield from Hutchinson?

About 1,395 road miles (1,183 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 California 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 Bakersfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,030 to $2,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,330. 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–Bakersfield corridor.