Moab, UT

Kearney, NE → Moab, UT · Long-distance move

Movers from Kearney to Moab

About 679 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,770–$5,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 33 carriers on the Kearney side and 1 in Moab.

  • 679 miroad distance
  • 12 h 24 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,770–$5,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 679 miles (576 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 24 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
33 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination
1 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Moab → Kearney

Moab sits about 679 miles west of Kearney, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Utah 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 $3,770 to $5,610 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 12 h 24 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 1 around Moab (1 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 Moab.

Kearney has a population of about 34,000 and Moab about 5,000. Kearney is considerably denser (2,257 people per square mile versus 1,118), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Kearney to Moab

Full-service estimate for 679 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,260 $2,760 $3,360
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,770 $4,600 $5,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,030 $7,350 $8,970
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,290 $10,110 $12,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,000–$1,410

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,770–$5,610

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 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 Moab (destination)

Harrison Field Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
789926
MC
352774
Based in
Moab, UT 84532 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 1 movers in Moab

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,240 for a studio, $2,260 to $3,360 for a one-bedroom, $3,770 to $5,610 for a two-bedroom, $6,030 to $8,970 for a three-bedroom and $8,290 to $12,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Moab from Kearney?

About 679 road miles (576 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 24 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 Nebraska into Utah 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 Moab?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,000 to $1,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,390. 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–Moab corridor.