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Independence, MO → Cambridge, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Independence to Cambridge

About 1,456 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,160–$9,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 490 in Cambridge.

  • 1,456 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $6,160–$9,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,456 miles (1,233 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
490 (287 interstate)

Reverse: Cambridge → Independence

The route from Independence, MO to Cambridge, MA covers roughly 1,456 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $6,160 to $9,160 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Independence side there are 214 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (159 of them authorized for interstate work), and 490 around Cambridge (287 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 Cambridge.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Cambridge about 122,588. Cambridge is the denser city (18,500 people per square mile versus 1,577 in Independence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Missouri, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Independence to Cambridge

Full-service estimate for 1,456 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,460 $3,000 $3,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,160 $7,510 $9,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,850 $12,010 $14,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,540 $16,520 $20,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,100–$2,960

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

Portable container

$2,320–$3,410

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

Full-service mover

$6,160–$9,160

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 Independence (origin)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
64159
MC
66886
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64108 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3037609
MC
43068
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (806) 412-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & S Enterprise Of Kansas City INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2116647
MC
737778
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Disposal Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jim'S Disposal Service LLC

USDOT
1290317
MC
875006
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (816) 221-1932 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sia Intermodal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transport LLC

USDOT
2097651
MC
731771
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 214 movers in Independence

Near Cambridge (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
338113
MC
830455
Based in
Boston, MA 02110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT
373544
MC
218762
Based in
Winchester, MA 01890 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT
597632
MC
288585
Based in
Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233338
MC
162524
Based in
Billerica, MA 01821 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (978) 667-9133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3461366
MC
1129943
Based in
Cambridge, MA 02141 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9354
MC
277023
Based in
Lexington, MA 02420 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1696867
MC
623045
Based in
Everett, MA 02149 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3456438
MC
1132315
Based in
Revere, MA 02151 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 490 movers in Cambridge

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Independence to Cambridge?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,460 to $3,660 for a studio, $3,690 to $5,500 for a one-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,160 for a two-bedroom, $9,850 to $14,660 for a three-bedroom and $13,540 to $20,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cambridge from Independence?

About 1,456 road miles (1,233 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 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 Missouri into Massachusetts 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 Independence to Cambridge?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,100 to $2,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,320 to $3,410. 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 Independence–Cambridge corridor.