Kennewick, WA

Kearney, NE → Kennewick, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Kearney to Kennewick

About 1,267 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,550–$8,260, delivery in 3–7 days, 33 carriers on the Kearney side and 137 in Kennewick.

  • 1,267 miroad distance
  • 22 h 33 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,550–$8,2602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,267 miles (1,073 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 33 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
33 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination
137 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Kennewick → Kearney

Kennewick sits about 1,267 miles northwest of Kearney, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Washington 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 $5,550 to $8,260 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 33 min.

On the Kearney side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (9 of them authorized for interstate work), and 137 around Kennewick (91 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 Kennewick.

Kearney has a population of about 34,000 and Kennewick about 88,000. Kennewick is the denser city (2,944 people per square mile versus 2,257 in Kearney), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Nebraska, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Kearney to Kennewick

Full-service estimate for 1,267 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,220 $2,710 $3,300
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,330 $4,060 $4,950
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,550 $6,770 $8,260
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,880 $10,830 $13,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,210 $14,890 $18,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,750–$2,470

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

Portable container

$2,150–$3,160

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

Full-service mover

$5,550–$8,260

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Kearney, NE → Kennewick, WA. 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 Kearney (origin)

H & S Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
569072
MC
277884
Based in
Kearney, NE 68845 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
262 trucks, 197 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Rolar INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
329917
MC
213127
Based in
Gibbon, NE 68840 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Cash-Wa Distributing Co Of Kearney INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
274172
Based in
Kearney, NE 68845 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Russell'S Appliance & Electronics INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1640509
Based in
Kearney, NE 68847 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Kearney Moving Service

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4041599
Based in
Kearney, NE 68847 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Spracklen Russell Construction

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1427564
Based in
Kearney, NE 68847 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

O Bar Cattle Co INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
761952
Based in
Gibbon, NE 68840 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Kerry Carpenter

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2556304
Based in
Kearney, NE 68847 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 33 movers in Kearney

Near Kennewick (destination)

Larsen Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
26510
MC
581
Based in
Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Munder Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1674729
MC
615668
Based in
West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

St George And Family Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1552075
MC
576540
Based in
West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Speedy Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2459380
MC
441393
Based in
Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Unimak Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2461893
MC
850698
Based in
Kennewick, WA 99337 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Spencer Carlson Unlimited INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
8030256
Based in
Kennewick, WA 99336 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Triple As Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1214674
MC
482929
Based in
Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Bolland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697403
MC
1292337
Based in
Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 137 movers in Kennewick

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kearney to Kennewick?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,220 to $3,300 for a studio, $3,330 to $4,950 for a one-bedroom, $5,550 to $8,260 for a two-bedroom, $8,880 to $13,210 for a three-bedroom and $12,210 to $18,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kennewick from Kearney?

About 1,267 road miles (1,073 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Nebraska into Washington 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 Kearney to Kennewick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,750 to $2,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,150 to $3,160. 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 Kearney–Kennewick corridor.