Kearney, NE → Sedona, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Kearney to Sedona

About 946 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,420–$6,580, delivery in 2–5 days, 33 carriers on the Kearney side and 14 in Sedona.

946 miroad distance
17 h 1 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,420–$6,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kearney, Nebraska
To: Sedona, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 946 miles (802 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 1 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 14 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Sedona → Kearney

Moving from Kearney to Sedona is a long-distance move of roughly 946 road miles, heading southwest from Nebraska to Arizona.

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 $4,420 to $6,580 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 17 h 1 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 14 around Sedona (4 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 Sedona.

Kearney has a population of about 34,000 and Sedona about 10,000. Kearney is considerably denser (2,257 people per square mile versus 530), 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 Sedona

Full-service estimate for 946 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,770	$2,160	$2,630
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,650	$3,240	$3,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,420	$5,390	$6,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,070	$8,630	$10,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,730	$11,860	$14,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,740

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

Full-service mover

$4,420–$6,580

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

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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 Sedona (destination)

Baja Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3883246
MC: 1432130
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Movers US LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333073
MC: 1692039
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (712) 223-5888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Squeaky Clean Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Squeaky Clean Services

USDOT: 4045982
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86351 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 367-4848 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Wright Tree Service

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2084829
Based in: Cornville, AZ 86325 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (928) 634-4504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thanks For The Help LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3117138
MC: 85905
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (928) 499-7697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Orange Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2554166
MC: 975393
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 202-4141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Archer Express LLC

USDOT: 1858213
MC: 691171
Based in: Clarkdale, AZ 86324 (18 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 639-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Towing & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Seven Arrows LLC

USDOT: 1421463
MC: 537593
Based in: Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 567-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 14 movers in Sedona

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,630 for a studio, $2,650 to $3,950 for a one-bedroom, $4,420 to $6,580 for a two-bedroom, $7,070 to $10,530 for a three-bedroom and $9,730 to $14,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sedona from Kearney?

About 946 road miles (802 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 1 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 Arizona 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 Sedona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,740. 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–Sedona corridor.