Kalamazoo, MI → Fort Wayne, IN · Short-haul move

Movers from Kalamazoo to Fort Wayne

About 100 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,420–$2,120, delivery in 1–2 days, 128 carriers on the Kalamazoo side and 197 in Fort Wayne.

100 miroad distance
2 h 25 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,420–$2,1202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kalamazoo, Michigan
To: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Road distance: ≈ 100 miles (85 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 25 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 128 (47 interstate)
Movers at destination: 197 (147 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Wayne → Kalamazoo

Moving from Kalamazoo to Fort Wayne is a short-haul move of roughly 100 road miles, heading south from Michigan to Indiana.

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 25 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,420 and $2,120, before packing or storage.

On the Kalamazoo side there are 128 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (47 of them authorized for interstate work), and 197 around Fort Wayne (147 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 Fort Wayne.

Kalamazoo has a population of about 73,000 and Fort Wayne about 275,203. The two cities have comparable density (2,981 and 2,384 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Kalamazoo to Fort Wayne

Full-service estimate for 100 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$820	$1,000	$1,220
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$920	$1,130	$1,370
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,420	$1,730	$2,120
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,110	$2,580	$3,140
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,050	$3,720	$4,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$360

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,630

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

Full-service mover

$1,420–$2,120

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Kalamazoo (origin)

McEnroe Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3173051
MC: 120067
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (877) 848-0678 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Haulingkzoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jabco LLC

USDOT: 3014914
MC: 64517
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (269) 215-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Byholt INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1568646
MC: 749182
Based in: Vicksburg, MI 49097 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (269) 649-1999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terry'S Road Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Terry'S Tranportation INC

USDOT: 1181650
MC: 470893
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (269) 375-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckkalamazoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Koho LLC

USDOT: 1003748
MC: 418644
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (269) 488-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mulder'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 270885
MC: 28187
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (269) 344-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Storage Company

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 709918
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (269) 345-6111 Route Verify on FMCSA

S And S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2630230
MC: 920053
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (269) 459-6654 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 128 movers in Kalamazoo

Near Fort Wayne (destination)

North American Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Van Lines INC

USDOT: 70851
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,333 trucks, 1,357 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allied Van Lines INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 76235
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,056 trucks, 1,944 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (260) 429-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Machine And Cargo Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jibs Express

USDOT: 4572743
MC: 1819133
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88,001 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (260) 267-4993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jat Of Fort Wayne INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261423
MC: 163876
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46825 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (260) 482-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Krystal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1998214
MC: 705820
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46815 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 101 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (586) 329-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kaufman Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 354774
MC: 280138
Based in: Grabill, IN 46741 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (260) 750-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balkan Xpedited INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2454881
MC: 847694
Based in: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (260) 442-8155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Eagle Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Eagle Towing LLC

USDOT: 1226040
MC: 793371
Based in: Ft Wayne, IN 46803 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (260) 489-3701 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 197 movers in Fort Wayne

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
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 Kalamazoo and Fort Wayne is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Fort Wayne with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kalamazoo to Fort Wayne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $820 to $1,220 for a studio, $920 to $1,370 for a one-bedroom, $1,420 to $2,120 for a two-bedroom, $2,110 to $3,140 for a three-bedroom and $3,050 to $4,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Wayne from Kalamazoo?

About 100 road miles (85 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 25 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 Michigan into Indiana 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 Kalamazoo to Fort Wayne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,630. 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 Kalamazoo–Fort Wayne corridor.