Lee's Summit, MO → St. Louis, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Lee's Summit to St. Louis

About 264 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,380–$3,540, delivery in 1–3 days, 213 carriers on the Lee's Summit side and 645 in St. Louis.

264 miroad distance
5 h 15 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,380–$3,5402-bedroom estimate

Photo: Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, NPS from St. Louis, MO, USA · CC BY 2.0

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Route summary

From: Lee's Summit, Missouri
To: St. Louis, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 264 miles (224 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 15 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Missouri)
Movers at origin: 213 (168 interstate)
Movers at destination: 645 (464 interstate)

Reverse: St. Louis → Lee's Summit

Moving from Lee's Summit to St. Louis is a regional long-distance move of roughly 264 road miles, heading east within 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 $2,380 to $3,540 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 5 h 15 min.

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 645 around St. Louis (464 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 St. Louis.

Lee's Summit has a population of about 107,514 and St. Louis about 278,144. St. Louis is the denser city (4,888 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.

Cost of moving from Lee's Summit to St. Louis

Full-service estimate for 264 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,160	$1,410	$1,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,430	$1,740	$2,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,380	$2,900	$3,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,810	$4,640	$5,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,230	$6,380	$7,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$420–$590

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,850

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

Full-service mover

$2,380–$3,540

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

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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

Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quiktrip Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Quik 'N Tasty Foods INC

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

Call (816) 331-2190 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

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

Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (816) 540-9173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tingle Flooring

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: W C Tingle Company

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

Call (816) 524-9555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Tow Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Tow Service LLC

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

Call (816) 935-5028 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (816) 830-2101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Lee's Summit

Near St. Louis (destination)

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1808215
MC: 657151
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT: 2096411
MC: 731267
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 1137660
MC: 458854
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: United Van Lines LLC

USDOT: 77949
MC: 67234
Based in: Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,731 trucks, 3,424 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aero Mayflower Transit Company

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mayflower Transit LLC

USDOT: 125563
Based in: Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 769 trucks, 1,472 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hoffmann Brothers

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4305016
MC: 1677181
Based in: Saint Louis, MO 63144 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 292 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (314) 281-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trekker

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trekker Logistics LLC

USDOT: 146458
MC: 146209
Based in: Caseyville, IL 62232 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 623-0057 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Express & Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1507798
MC: 565492
Based in: Saint Louis, MO 63147 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 157 trucks, 157 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (314) 544-7475 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in St. Louis

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Lee's Summit–St. Louis corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lee's Summit to St. Louis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,430 to $2,120 for a one-bedroom, $2,380 to $3,540 for a two-bedroom, $3,810 to $5,660 for a three-bedroom and $5,230 to $7,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Louis from Lee's Summit?

About 264 road miles (224 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 15 min.

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Lee's Summit and St. Louis 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Lee's Summit to St. Louis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $420 to $590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,850. 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–St. Louis corridor.