Springfield, MO

Indianapolis, IN → Springfield, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Indianapolis to Springfield

About 502 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,180–$4,740, delivery in 2–5 days, 806 carriers on the Indianapolis side and 135 in Springfield.

  • 502 miroad distance
  • 9 h 21 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,180–$4,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 502 miles (426 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 21 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
806 (576 interstate)
Movers at destination
135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Indianapolis

The route from Indianapolis, IN to Springfield, MO covers roughly 502 miles by road, a southwest-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 $3,180 to $4,740 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 9 h 21 min.

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 135 around Springfield (106 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 Springfield.

Indianapolis has a population of about 901,116 and Springfield about 169,847. The two cities have comparable density (2,455 and 2,053 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Indianapolis to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 502 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,890
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,910 $2,330 $2,840
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,090 $6,210 $7,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,010 $8,540 $10,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$820–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,160

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

Full-service mover

$3,180–$4,740

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 Indianapolis (origin)

Gme

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

Wheaton World Wide Moving

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

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

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

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

All 806 movers in Indianapolis

Near Springfield (destination)

Transland

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614326
MC
294707
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Blc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1573208
MC
582690
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Sgc Foodservice

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3849
MC
649433
Based in
Springfield, MO 65807 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
149 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sierra Expediting INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1523843
MC
568961
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
123 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Sierra Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3079298
MC
65737
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

B & M Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632357
MC
601951
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Sentry Motor Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
876428
MC
383887
Based in
Willard, MO 65781 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Reznik Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2427133
MC
836389
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 135 movers in Springfield

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,910 to $2,840 for a one-bedroom, $3,180 to $4,740 for a two-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,580 for a three-bedroom and $7,010 to $10,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Indianapolis?

About 502 road miles (426 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 21 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 Indiana into Missouri 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 Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $820 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,160. 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–Springfield corridor.