Laramie, WY

Independence, MO → Laramie, WY · Long-distance move

Movers from Independence to Laramie

About 723 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,780–$5,620, delivery in 2–5 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 8 in Laramie.

  • 723 miroad distance
  • 13 h 10 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,780–$5,6202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 723 miles (613 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 10 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
8 (7 interstate)

Reverse: Laramie → Independence

The route from Independence, MO to Laramie, WY covers roughly 723 miles by road, a west-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 $3,780 to $5,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 10 min.

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 8 around Laramie (7 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 Laramie.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Laramie about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,577 and 1,707 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Independence to Laramie

Full-service estimate for 723 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,250
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,270 $2,760 $3,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,780 $4,610 $5,620
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,050 $7,370 $8,990
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,310 $10,140 $12,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,470

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$3,780–$5,620

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

Jim'S Disposal Service

Licensed interstate
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

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

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
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

Sia Intermodal

Licensed interstate
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

All 214 movers in Independence

Near Laramie (destination)

Akal Energy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1970617
MC
803755
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Cowboy Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
502203
MC
148483
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Smooth Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2630599
MC
915454
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Rosario Global Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3718622
MC
1307998
Based in
Laramine, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Jc2 Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3929978
MC
1456276
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

On The Brink Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4345179
MC
1698246
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Binning Custom Products INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
100350
MC
287123
Based in
Laramie, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 8 movers in Laramie

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,250 for a studio, $2,270 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,780 to $5,620 for a two-bedroom, $6,050 to $8,990 for a three-bedroom and $8,310 to $12,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Laramie from Independence?

About 723 road miles (613 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Wyoming 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 Laramie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,450. 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–Laramie corridor.