Lawrence, KS → Ukiah, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lawrence to Ukiah

About 1,762 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,840–$10,180, delivery in 5–10 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 15 in Ukiah.

1,762 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,840–$10,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lawrence, Kansas
To: Ukiah, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,762 miles (1,494 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Ukiah → Lawrence

Ukiah sits about 1,762 miles west of Lawrence, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,840 to $10,180 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and Ukiah about 17,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,772 and 3,484 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to Ukiah

Full-service estimate for 1,762 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,740	$3,340	$4,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,100	$5,010	$6,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,840	$8,340	$10,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,950	$13,350	$16,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,050	$18,360	$22,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,410–$3,400

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

Portable container

$2,590–$3,810

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

Full-service mover

$6,840–$10,180

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

Near Ukiah (destination)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT: 1827764
MC: 850930
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT: 2603700
Based in: Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3221898
Based in: Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4479802
MC: 1769150
Based in: Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4324101
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299864
MC: 1047841
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT: 2808819
MC: 942674
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4271838
MC: 1659135
Based in: Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lawrence to Ukiah?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,740 to $4,070 for a studio, $4,100 to $6,110 for a one-bedroom, $6,840 to $10,180 for a two-bedroom, $10,950 to $16,290 for a three-bedroom and $15,050 to $22,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ukiah from Lawrence?

About 1,762 road miles (1,494 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Kansas into California 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 Lawrence to Ukiah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,410 to $3,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,590 to $3,810. 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 Lawrence–Ukiah corridor.