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Lake Havasu City, AZ

Independence, MO → Lake Havasu City, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Independence to Lake Havasu City

About 1,353 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,390–$8,020, delivery in 3–7 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 24 in Lake Havasu City.

  • 1,353 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,390–$8,0202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,353 miles (1,146 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
24 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Havasu City → Independence

Moving from Independence to Lake Havasu City is a long-distance move of roughly 1,353 road miles, heading west from Missouri to Arizona.

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 $5,390 to $8,020 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 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 24 around Lake Havasu City (20 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 Lake Havasu City.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Lake Havasu City about 58,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,577 and 1,233 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Arizona 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 Lake Havasu City

Full-service estimate for 1,353 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,160 $2,630 $3,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,230 $3,940 $4,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,390 $6,570 $8,020
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,620 $10,510 $12,830
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,850 $14,460 $17,640

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

$5,390–$8,020

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 Lake Havasu City (destination)

Trinity Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trinity Land Development LLC

USDOT
2426504
MC
1240301
Based in
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (928) 318-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Right Choice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Harold Brown

USDOT
1440772
MC
860529
Based in
Lake Havasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (928) 706-5459 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saltwater Cowgirl Ranch Tack & Transport LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2794253
MC
991642
Based in
Lake Hauasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (407) 421-7334 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patel'S Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4251541
MC
1648074
Based in
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (760) 987-9803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Homeship Local And Long Distance Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Moving INC

USDOT
3987204
MC
1494675
Based in
Lk Havasu Cty, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (928) 352-2857 Route Verify on FMCSA

20 Minutes Away Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4393459
MC
1723754
Based in
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (702) 689-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Psst Logistics Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4403768
MC
1729048
Based in
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (805) 705-4022 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Plus Tranport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jeremy Smullen

USDOT
2488827
MC
861807
Based in
Lake Havasu, AZ 86404 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (302) 887-0540 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 24 movers in Lake Havasu City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Independence to Lake Havasu City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,210 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,810 for a one-bedroom, $5,390 to $8,020 for a two-bedroom, $8,620 to $12,830 for a three-bedroom and $11,850 to $17,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Havasu City from Independence?

About 1,353 road miles (1,146 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 Missouri into Arizona 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 Lake Havasu City?

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 Independence–Lake Havasu City corridor.