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Independence, MO → Clovis, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Independence to Clovis

About 1,634 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,650–$9,900, delivery in 5–10 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 279 in Clovis.

  • 1,634 miroad distance
  • 28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,650–$9,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,634 miles (1,384 straight-line)
Drive time
28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
279 (157 interstate)

Reverse: Clovis → Independence

Clovis sits about 1,634 miles west of Independence, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,650 to $9,900 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 28 hours (4 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 279 around Clovis (157 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 Clovis.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Clovis about 129,347. Clovis is the denser city (4,729 people per square mile versus 1,577 in Independence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California 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 Clovis

Full-service estimate for 1,634 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,660 $3,240 $3,960
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,990 $4,870 $5,940
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,650 $8,110 $9,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,640 $12,980 $15,830
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,630 $17,850 $21,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,220

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,640

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

Full-service mover

$6,650–$9,900

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 Clovis (destination)

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paragon Industries INC

USDOT
421535
MC
278865
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (559) 275-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Conner Logistics INC

USDOT
2394750
MC
823302
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (888) 939-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170808
MC
118217
Based in
Fresno, CA 93727 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (916) 352-6032 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428600
MC
836998
Based in
Fresno, CA 93705 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (559) 277-5203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Express LLC

USDOT
2800745
MC
1758995
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (559) 274-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gk Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1879019
MC
677886
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (559) 275-3628 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roop Uk Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3644963
MC
1254075
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (570) 604-7785 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr 06 Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3330645
MC
1061322
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (916) 931-9465 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 279 movers in Clovis

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,660 to $3,960 for a studio, $3,990 to $5,940 for a one-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,900 for a two-bedroom, $10,640 to $15,830 for a three-bedroom and $14,630 to $21,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clovis from Independence?

About 1,634 road miles (1,384 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Missouri 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 Independence to Clovis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,640. 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–Clovis corridor.