Medford, OR

Independence, MO → Medford, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Independence to Medford

About 1,773 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,360–$9,460, delivery in 5–10 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 52 in Medford.

  • 1,773 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,360–$9,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,773 miles (1,502 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
52 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Medford → Independence

Medford sits about 1,773 miles west of Independence, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Oregon 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 $6,360 to $9,460 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 31 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 52 around Medford (26 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 Medford.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Medford about 88,000. Medford is the denser city (3,027 people per square mile versus 1,577 in Independence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Oregon 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 Medford

Full-service estimate for 1,773 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,540 $3,100 $3,780
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,810 $4,650 $5,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,360 $7,750 $9,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,170 $12,400 $15,130
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,990 $17,060 $20,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,420–$3,420

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

Portable container

$2,600–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$6,360–$9,460

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

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 Medford (destination)

Dash Transit

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1421056
MC
747468
Based in
Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Oldland Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
167502
MC
150766
Based in
Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Hall Of Fame Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3328174
MC
1060141
Based in
Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Adventure Harvest Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4194186
MC
1616851
Based in
Eagle Point, OR 97524 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Daniel Fillmore Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507800
MC
259570
Based in
Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Ford Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8528813
MC
65709981
Based in
Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Skyriver Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1740442
MC
637414
Based in
Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Avf Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3445644
MC
1120282
Based in
Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 52 movers in Medford

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,670 for a one-bedroom, $6,360 to $9,460 for a two-bedroom, $10,170 to $15,130 for a three-bedroom and $13,990 to $20,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Medford from Independence?

About 1,773 road miles (1,502 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Oregon 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 Medford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,420 to $3,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,600 to $3,830. 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–Medford corridor.