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Laramie, WY

Kearney, NE → Laramie, WY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Kearney to Laramie

About 404 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,360, delivery in 1–3 days, 33 carriers on the Kearney side and 8 in Laramie.

  • 404 miroad distance
  • 7 h 40 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,930–$4,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 404 miles (343 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 40 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
33 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination
8 (7 interstate)

Reverse: Laramie → Kearney

Laramie sits about 404 miles west of Kearney, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Wyoming that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,930 to $4,360 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 40 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 8 around Laramie (7 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 Laramie.

Kearney has a population of about 34,000 and Laramie about 32,000. Kearney is considerably denser (2,257 people per square mile versus 1,707), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Kearney to Laramie

Full-service estimate for 404 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,190 $1,450 $1,770
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,760 $2,140 $2,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,930 $3,570 $4,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,690 $5,720 $6,970
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,450 $7,860 $9,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$570–$800

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

Portable container

$1,380–$2,030

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

Full-service mover

$2,930–$4,360

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Kearney, NE → Laramie, WY. 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
Call (308) 237-3151 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 468-6852 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 237-3151 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 234-6526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kearney Moving Service

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Goforth LLC

USDOT
4041599
Based in
Kearney, NE 68847 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (308) 237-2445 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 236-6036 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 468-5825 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (308) 390-6611 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Kearney

Near Laramie (destination)

Akal Energy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1970617
MC
803755
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (303) 517-0165 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowboy Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
502203
MC
148483
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (307) 745-9294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2630599
MC
915454
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (307) 363-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosario Global Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3718622
MC
1307998
Based in
Laramine, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (551) 751-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc2 Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3929978
MC
1456276
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (303) 358-3526 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Brink Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4345179
MC
1698246
Based in
Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Route Verify on FMCSA

Binning Custom Products INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
100350
MC
287123
Based in
Laramie, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (307) 310-9735 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 8 movers in Laramie

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,360 for a two-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,970 for a three-bedroom and $6,450 to $9,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Laramie from Kearney?

About 404 road miles (343 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 40 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Wyoming 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 Laramie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $570 to $800 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,030. 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–Laramie corridor.