Indianapolis, IN → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Indianapolis to Hilo

About 5,022 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $12,790–$19,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 806 carriers on the Indianapolis side and 19 in Hilo.

5,022 miroad distance
87 hours (10 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$12,790–$19,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Indianapolis, Indiana
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 5,022 miles (4,256 straight-line)
Drive time: 87 hours (10 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 806 (576 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Indianapolis

Moving from Indianapolis to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 5,022 road miles, heading west from Indiana to Hawaii.

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 $12,790 to $19,030 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 87 hours (10 driving days).

On the Indianapolis side there are 806 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (576 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Indianapolis has a population of about 901,116 and Hilo about 45,000. Indianapolis is considerably denser (2,455 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Indianapolis to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 5,022 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$5,120	$6,240	$7,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,680	$9,360	$11,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$12,790	$15,600	$19,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$20,470	$24,960	$30,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$28,140	$34,320	$41,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,960–$9,830

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

Portable container

$5,500–$8,090

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

Full-service mover

$12,790–$19,030

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Indianapolis (origin)

Gme

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Golden Mile Enterprises INC

USDOT: 2837726
MC: 949779
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46221 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 375 trucks, 395 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (317) 765-5600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70719
MC: 87113
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46250 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT: 2352168
MC: 805371
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1575730
MC: 1452299
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46268 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (317) 550-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247771
MC: 169755
Based in: Indianapolis, IN 46219 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3701508
MC: 1295347
Based in: Fishers, IN 46038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2516438
MC: 873157
Based in: Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daum Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 638153
MC: 303799
Based in: Plainfield, IN 46168 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (317) 839-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Indianapolis to Hilo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $5,120 to $7,610 for a studio, $7,680 to $11,420 for a one-bedroom, $12,790 to $19,030 for a two-bedroom, $20,470 to $30,450 for a three-bedroom and $28,140 to $41,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Indianapolis?

About 5,022 road miles (4,256 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 87 hours (10 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Indiana into Hawaii 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 Indianapolis to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,960 to $9,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,500 to $8,090. 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 Indianapolis–Hilo corridor.