Kennewick, WA → Independence, MO · Cross-country move
About 1,590 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,280–$9,340, delivery in 5–10 days, 137 carriers on the Kennewick side and 214 in Independence.
Moving from Kennewick to Independence is a cross-country move of roughly 1,590 road miles, heading east from Washington to Missouri.
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 $6,280 to $9,340 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).
On the Kennewick side there are 137 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 214 around Independence (159 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 Independence.
Kennewick has a population of about 88,000 and Independence about 121,675. Kennewick is considerably denser (2,944 people per square mile versus 1,577), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,510 | $3,060 | $3,730 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,770 | $4,590 | $5,600 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,280 | $7,650 | $9,340 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $10,040 | $12,240 | $14,940 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,810 | $16,840 | $20,540 |
$2,230–$3,150
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,440–$3,590
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,280–$9,340
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Kennewick, WA → Independence, MO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Tri-City United INC
Legal name: St George Enterprises LLC
Legal name: Speedy Movers LLC
Legal name: Rodrigo Rodriguez
Legal name: Jim'S Disposal Service LLC
Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC
Legal name: Sia Transport LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,510 to $3,730 for a studio, $3,770 to $5,600 for a one-bedroom, $6,280 to $9,340 for a two-bedroom, $10,040 to $14,940 for a three-bedroom and $13,810 to $20,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,590 road miles (1,347 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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.
Yes. Crossing from Washington into Missouri 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,230 to $3,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,590. 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.
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 Kennewick–Independence corridor.