Usko Express INC
- USDOT
- 1499885
- MC
- 563453
- Based in
- Independence, MO 64055 (9 mi from center)
- Service
- Long-distance
- Fleet
- 324 trucks, 324 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 2006
Lee's Summit, MO → Jefferson City, MO · Short-haul move
About 143 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,970–$2,930, delivery in 1–2 days, 213 carriers on the Lee's Summit side and 43 in Jefferson City.
Jefferson City sits about 143 miles east of Lee's Summit, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,970 and $2,930, before packing or storage.
On the Lee's Summit side there are 213 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (168 of them authorized for interstate work), and 43 around Jefferson City (29 interstate). For an in-state 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 Jefferson City.
Lee's Summit has a population of about 107,514 and Jefferson City about 43,000. Lee's Summit is considerably denser (1,582 people per square mile versus 1,199), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,160 | $1,410 | $1,720 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,180 | $1,440 | $1,760 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $1,970 | $2,400 | $2,930 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,150 | $3,840 | $4,690 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,330 | $5,280 | $6,440 |
$300–$420
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,150–$1,690
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$1,970–$2,930
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Lee's Summit, MO → Jefferson City, 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,180 to $1,760 for a one-bedroom, $1,970 to $2,930 for a two-bedroom, $3,150 to $4,690 for a three-bedroom and $4,330 to $6,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 143 road miles (122 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 10 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Lee's Summit and Jefferson City are in Missouri, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Lee's Summit–Jefferson City corridor.