Madison, WI → Independence, MO · Regional long-distance move
About 445 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,040–$4,520, delivery in 1–3 days, 228 carriers on the Madison side and 214 in Independence.
Moving from Madison to Independence is a regional long-distance move of roughly 445 road miles, heading southwest from Wisconsin 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 $3,040 to $4,520 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 22 min.
On the Madison side there are 228 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (120 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.
Madison has a population of about 286,233 and Independence about 121,675. Madison is considerably denser (3,390 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,220 | $1,480 | $1,810 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,820 | $2,220 | $2,710 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,040 | $3,710 | $4,520 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,870 | $5,930 | $7,240 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,690 | $8,160 | $9,950 |
$610–$860
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,420–$2,080
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,040–$4,520
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Madison, WI → 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,820 to $2,710 for a one-bedroom, $3,040 to $4,520 for a two-bedroom, $4,870 to $7,240 for a three-bedroom and $6,690 to $9,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 445 road miles (377 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 22 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Wisconsin 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 $610 to $860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,420 to $2,080. 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 Madison–Independence corridor.