Independence, MO → Topeka, KS · Short-haul move

Movers from Independence to Topeka

About 85 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,330–$1,970, delivery in 1–2 days, 214 carriers on the Independence side and 37 in Topeka.

85 miroad distance
2 h 10 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,330–$1,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Independence, Missouri
To: Topeka, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 85 miles (72 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 214 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Topeka → Independence

Moving from Independence to Topeka is a short-haul move of roughly 85 road miles, heading west from Missouri to Kansas.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,330 and $1,970, before packing or storage.

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 37 around Topeka (23 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 Topeka.

Independence has a population of about 121,675 and Topeka about 125,795. Topeka is the denser city (2,062 people per square mile versus 1,577 in Independence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Independence to Topeka

Full-service estimate for 85 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$750	$920	$1,120
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$850	$1,040	$1,270
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,330	$1,620	$1,970
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,980	$2,420	$2,950
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,880	$3,520	$4,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$330

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,330–$1,970

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

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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 Topeka (destination)

Savannah Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 684806
MC: 318425
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (801) 563-0100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Logistics Kansas LLC

USDOT: 2269408
MC: 774930
Based in: Topeka, KS 66608 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (785) 379-3719 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rojo INC

USDOT: 3286258
MC: 1425657
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (913) 707-6589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tmw Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3635353
MC: 1247092
Based in: Topeka, KS 66612 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (913) 440-0135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayhawker LLC

USDOT: 3563094
MC: 1197430
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (785) 783-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty Grist Demolition

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marty Grist

USDOT: 948131
MC: 406456
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (785) 249-0407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Techno Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2478715
MC: 939555
Based in: Topeka, KS 66614 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (785) 806-0099 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbt Williams

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jbt Williams LLC

USDOT: 4521199
MC: 1791387
Based in: Topeka, KS 66604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 301-8172 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Topeka

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Independence and Topeka is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Topeka with daylight to spare.
Check Missouri intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $750 to $1,120 for a studio, $850 to $1,270 for a one-bedroom, $1,330 to $1,970 for a two-bedroom, $1,980 to $2,950 for a three-bedroom and $2,880 to $4,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Topeka from Independence?

About 85 road miles (72 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Missouri into Kansas 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 Topeka?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,610. 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–Topeka corridor.