Palmdale, CA

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

Movers from Hutchinson to Palmdale

About 1,354 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,000–$8,920, delivery in 3–7 days, 21 carriers on the Hutchinson side and 129 in Palmdale.

  • 1,354 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,000–$8,9202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,354 miles (1,147 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
129 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Palmdale → Hutchinson

Palmdale sits about 1,354 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 $6,000 to $8,920 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 129 around Palmdale (66 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 Palmdale.

Hutchinson has a population of about 40,000 and Palmdale about 161,845. The two cities have comparable density (1,628 and 1,597 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Palmdale

Full-service estimate for 1,354 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,400 $2,920 $3,570
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,600 $4,390 $5,350
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,000 $7,310 $8,920
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,590 $11,700 $14,270
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,190 $16,090 $19,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,990–$2,810

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,280

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

Full-service mover

$6,000–$8,920

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 Palmdale (destination)

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4384395
MC
1719247
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Freight Here LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3956591
MC
1474260
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

The Best Trucks INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
746806
MC
268822
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Blue Track Express LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4548721
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Antelope Valley Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
34380
MC
133696
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Av Trans

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3148907
MC
103731
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4216491
MC
1639401
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2951860
MC
1555690
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All 129 movers in Palmdale

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,570 for a studio, $3,600 to $5,350 for a one-bedroom, $6,000 to $8,920 for a two-bedroom, $9,590 to $14,270 for a three-bedroom and $13,190 to $19,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palmdale from Hutchinson?

About 1,354 road miles (1,147 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 Palmdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,990 to $2,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,280. 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–Palmdale corridor.