Memphis, TN

Lee's Summit, MO → Memphis, TN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Lee's Summit to Memphis

About 423 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,370, delivery in 1–3 days, 213 carriers on the Lee's Summit side and 534 in Memphis.

  • 423 miroad distance
  • 8 hdriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,930–$4,3702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 423 miles (359 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
213 (168 interstate)
Movers at destination
534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Lee's Summit

The route from Lee's Summit, MO to Memphis, TN covers roughly 423 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,930 to $4,370 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h.

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 534 around Memphis (397 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 Memphis.

Lee's Summit has a population of about 107,514 and Memphis about 609,647. Memphis is the denser city (2,132 people per square mile versus 1,582 in Lee's Summit), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lee's Summit to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 423 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,750
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,760 $2,150 $2,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,930 $3,580 $4,370
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,690 $5,720 $6,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,450 $7,870 $9,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$830

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,060

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

Full-service mover

$2,930–$4,370

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

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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 Lee's Summit (origin)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Quiktrip Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
929617
MC
400737
Based in
Belton, MO 64012 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
188 trucks, 389 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Bluestem Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
853649
MC
461613
Based in
Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Tingle Flooring

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
69105
MC
621836
Based in
Lee'S Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Elite Tow Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2816899
MC
939135
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Kellys Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3423365
MC
1107203
Based in
Grandview, MO 64030 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 213 movers in Lee's Summit

Near Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
974027
MC
415618
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
253615
MC
179963
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
182466
MC
148364
Based in
Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1627098
MC
600399
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
744970
MC
382262
Based in
Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4241252
MC
1642490
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2286796
MC
781041
Based in
Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier
USDOT
505050
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

All 534 movers in Memphis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lee's Summit to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,370 for a two-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,980 for a three-bedroom and $6,450 to $9,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Lee's Summit?

About 423 road miles (359 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Missouri into Tennessee 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 Lee's Summit to Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,060. 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 Lee's Summit–Memphis corridor.