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Jefferson City, MO → Dayton, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from Jefferson City to Dayton

About 514 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,230–$4,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 43 carriers on the Jefferson City side and 349 in Dayton.

  • 514 miroad distance
  • 9 h 34 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,230–$4,8002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 514 miles (435 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 34 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
43 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination
349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → Jefferson City

Dayton sits about 514 miles east of Jefferson City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Ohio that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $3,230 to $4,800 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 34 min.

On the Jefferson City side there are 43 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

Jefferson City has a population of about 43,000 and Dayton about 136,688. Dayton is the denser city (2,467 people per square mile versus 1,199 in Jefferson City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Jefferson City to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 514 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,290 $1,580 $1,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,940 $2,360 $2,880
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,230 $3,940 $4,800
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,170 $6,300 $7,690
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,100 $8,660 $10,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$830–$1,170

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

Portable container

$1,480–$2,170

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

Full-service mover

$3,230–$4,800

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Jefferson City, MO → Dayton, OH. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Jefferson City (origin)

Fry Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3965327
MC
1480083
Based in
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (785) 260-9002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dl Carriers LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3924101
MC
1452405
Based in
Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (573) 606-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amerigo Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mallory Van And Storage INC

USDOT
164554
MC
142946
Based in
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (573) 636-7890 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4126548
MC
1579295
Based in
Jefferson Cty, MO 65101 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (319) 520-5021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Light Services

Interstate carrier
USDOT
8829073
Based in
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3,002 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (573) 462-2669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kenya'S LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3407965
MC
1098109
Based in
Jefferson Cty, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (573) 691-2435 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc Logistics

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3571030
MC
1202909
Based in
Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (573) 694-4409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midwest Moving And Delivery LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4501713
Based in
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (573) 230-1299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Jefferson City

Near Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT
273301
MC
189528
Based in
Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3907195
MC
1441220
Based in
Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782379
MC
1354479
Based in
Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
389839
MC
219871
Based in
Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2586880
MC
906741
Based in
Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3300780
MC
1046882
Based in
Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3417348
MC
1103694
Based in
Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4252976
MC
1648837
Based in
Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jefferson City to Dayton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,940 to $2,880 for a one-bedroom, $3,230 to $4,800 for a two-bedroom, $5,170 to $7,690 for a three-bedroom and $7,100 to $10,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from Jefferson City?

About 514 road miles (435 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 34 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 Ohio 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 Jefferson City to Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $830 to $1,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,480 to $2,170. 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 Jefferson City–Dayton corridor.